Dakota 4WD V8-4.7L Flex Fuel (2008)
Rocker Arm Assembly: Service and Repair
Removal
REMOVAL
NOTE: Disconnect the battery negative cable to prevent accidental starter engagement.
1. Remove the cylinder head cover See: Valve Cover/Service and Repair/Removal and Replacement/Cylinder Head Cover - Removal.
2. For rocker arm removal on cylinders 3 and 5 Rotate the crankshaft until cylinder #1 is at TDC exhaust stroke.
3. For rocker arm removal on cylinders 2 and 8 Rotate the crankshaft until cylinder #1 is at TDC compression stroke.
4. For rocker arm removal on cylinders 4 and 6 Rotate the crankshaft until cylinder #3 is at TDC compression stroke.
5. For rocker arm removal on cylinders 1 and 7 Rotate the crankshaft until cylinder #2 is at TDC compression stroke.
6. Using special tool 8516 Rocker Arm Remover (2), press downward on the valve spring, remove rocker arm.
