To disconnect the negative battery cable before removing and installing components of various engine types. Disconnecting of throttle cables, breathers & PCV hose ( 1.5L engines and 1.8L engines disconnect spark plug cables) To avoid the disassembly of parts if not needed, rocker cover should be taken off, the rocker arm shaft assemblies should be loosened to keep parts in order. Apply engine oil to the rocker shaft, put in the rockers and spring, and tighten the screws on the rocker arm shaft retainer. Ensure proper check valve adjustment and install valve cover followed by cable hose connections. For the 2.0L engine (SOHC), removing the valve cover and camshaft
Timing Belt and match marking the distributor. Remove the rocker arms and loosen the camshaft bearing caps for inspection. Put sealant on the end caps, install the assemblage and tighten the bolts. For the 1.6L and 2.0L DOHC engines, remove the valve cover and install the lash adjuster retainer tool to the rocker shaft assemblies. After that, remove the two rocker shaft assemblies as an assembly. Lubricate the rocker shaft, fit the assemblies and tighten the bolts. For the 2.4L engine, disconnect different hoses and cables, remove the rocker cover and disassemble the rocker shaft parts. Overwhelm the lash adjusters with diesel, lubricate the rocker shaft and finally install the rocker arms To begin, the valve cover must be removed and the rocker arm assembly loosened. Immerse lash adjusters in diesel fuel, lubricate components and assemble the assembly. To access the 3.0L DOHC engine, alleviate the pressure in the fuel system, disconnect the battery and remove the timing belt cover. Various components are taken off, followed by immersing the lash adjusters in diesel fuel, camshafts lubrication, and the installation of the bearing caps. To remove the rocker arms as an assembly on the 3.5L engine, start by disconnecting battery ground cable. Next remove the rocker arm cover and install the lash adjuster clips. Finally, remove the rocker arms as an assembly. Reconnect the assemblies, tighten bolts, and connect the battery cable.