Chevrolet Equinox Service Manual: Valve Rocker Arm Installation - Left Side Valvetrain Valve Actuating Assembly Rocker Arms

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Valve Rocker Arm Installation - Left Side Valvetrain Valve Actuating Assembly Rocker Arms

Apply a liberal amount of lubricant to the pivotpocket-(1), roller-(2) and valveslot-(3) areas of the camshaft followers. Refer toAdhesives, Fluids, Lubricants, and Sealersfor recommendedlubricant.

Valve Rocker Arm Installation - Left Side Valvetrain Valve Actuating Assembly Rocker Arms

Note:The follower must be positioned squarely on the valve tip sothat the full width of the roller will completely contact thecamshaft lobe. If the followers are being reused you must put themback in their original location.

Place the camshaft followers in position on the valve tip andstationary hydraulic lash adjuster (SHLA).The rounded head end of the follower goes on the SHLA whilethe flat end goes on the valve tip.Clean the camshaft journals and carriers with a clean,lint-free cloth.

Cleanliness and Care

An automobile engine is a combination of many of thefollowing surfaces:MachinedHonedPolishedLappedThe tolerances of these surfaces are measured in theten-thousandths of an inch. When you service any i ...

Engine Block Assemble Engine Block

Apply sealant to all plugs-(1, 2, 3) prior toinstallation. Refer toAdhesives, Fluids, Lubricants, and Sealers.Install the drain plug, with sealant, in the waterpump.Caution:Refer toFastener Caution.In ...

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Hill and Mountain Roads
Driving on steep hills or through mountains is different than driving on flat or rolling terrain. Tips include: Keep the vehicle serviced and in good shape. Check all fluid levels and brakes, tires, cooling system, and transmission. Shift to a lower gear when going ...