Rocker Arm: Removal
NOTE:
Disconnect the battery negative cable to prevent accidental starter engagement.
- Remove the cylinder head cover. Refer to CYLINDER HEAD COVER(S) .
- For rocker arm removal on cylinder #4, rotate the crankshaft until cylinder #1 is at TDC exhaust stroke.
- For rocker arm removal on cylinder #1, rotate the crankshaft until cylinder #1 is at TDC compression stroke.
- For rocker arm removal on cylinders #2 and #3, rotate the crankshaft until cylinder #1 is at BDC compression stroke.
- For rocker arm removal on cylinders #5 and #6, rotate the crankshaft until cylinder #1 is at BDC exhaust stroke.
- Using special tool 8516 Rocker Arm Remover, press downward on the valve spring, and remove rocker arm. See Fig 1.