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.
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.Cylinder Head Assemble (LAF, LEA, or LUK) Engine Block Cylinder Head
Special ToolsEN-8062Valve Spring CompressorEN-9666Valve Spring TesterEN-43963Valve Spring Compressor (off car)For equivalent regional tools, refer toSpecial Tools.Caution:In order to avoid damage, install the spark plugs after thecylinder head has been installed on the engine.Caution:Refer toCompone ...