Malibu V6-191 3.1L VIN M SFI (1997)
Lifter / Lash Adjuster: Service and Repair
REMOVAL
1. Depressurize the fuel system. See Fuel Pressure Release Procedure.
2. Disconnect the negative battery cable.
3. Drain the coolant. Recover the coolant. See Cooling System.
4. Remove the intake manifold.
5. Remove the rocker arms.
CAUTION: Keep the valve-lifters in order. You must install the lifters in the original position.
6. Remove the valve lifter guide bolts.
7. Remove the valve lifter guide.
8. Remove the valve lifter.
INSTALLATION
1. Install the lifters into their original positions. Coat the valve lifter with GM P/N 1052365 or its equivalent.
2. Install the valve lifter guide.
3. Install the valve lifter guide bolts. Tighten the bolts to 10 Nm (89 inch lbs.).
4. Install the rocker arms.
5. Install the intake manifold.
6. Refill the engine coolant. See Cooling System.
7. Connect the negative battery cable.
