Corvette V8-5.7L VIN G (1997)
Lifter / Lash Adjuster: Testing and Inspection
NOTE: Components that are to be reused must be marked, sorted or organized for assembly.
1. Mark, sort, or organize the components for assembly. Refer to Separating Parts. See: Service and Repair/Separating Parts
2. Clean the components in cleaning solvent.
WARNING: Wear safety glasses in order to avoid eye damage.
3. Dry the components with compressed air.
4. Inspect the valve lifters for the following:
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Bent or broken clip (1)
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Worn pushrod socket (2)
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Scuffed or worn sides (3)
5. If the valve lifter shows wear, inspect the engine block lifter bores for wear or damage.
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Flat spots on the roller (4)
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Loose or damaged pin (5) Plugged oil hole (6)
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Worn or damaged roller bearing The roller should rotate freely with no binding or roughness.
6. Inspect the valve lifter guides for the following:
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Cracks or damage
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Excessive wear in the lifter mounting bores