
Important:
Do not stroke/cycle the stationary hydraulic lash adjusterplunger without oil in the lower pressure chamber.Do not allow the stationary hydraulic lash adjuster to tipover, plunger down, after the oil fill.Remove the valve lifters (SHLAs) from the cylinder head. Ifthe lifters are to be reused, keep in order so they can bereinstalled in the same position.
Special Tools
Oil Pump Disassemble Engine Lubrication Oil PumpEngine Oil and Oil Filter Replacement Engine Lubrication Oil Filter
Removal ProcedureRaise and support the vehicle. Refer toLifting and Jacking the Vehicle.Place a drain pan under the oil pan drain plug.Remove the oil pan drain plug. Allow the oil to draincompletely.Caution:Refer toFastener Caution.Install the oil pan drain plug and tighten to25-Y(18-lb-ft).Warning: ...