RAM 3500 Truck 2WD V8-5.7L (2008)
Lifter / Lash Adjuster: Service and Repair
Removal
REMOVAL
1. Disconnect the negative cable from the battery.
2. Remove the air cleaner housing (3) See: Tune-up and Engine Performance Checks/Air Cleaner Housing/Service and Repair/Air Cleaner Housing -
Removal .
3. Remove intake manifold See: Intake Manifold/Service and Repair/Removal and Replacement/Intake Manifold - Removal .
4. Remove cylinder head cover See: Cylinder Head Assembly/Valve Cover/Service and Repair/Cylinder Head Cover - Removal .
5. Remove rocker arm assembly and push rods See: Rocker Arm Assembly/Service and Repair/Removal . Identify push rods to ensure installation in
original location.
6. Remove the cylinder head See: Cylinder Head Assembly/Service and Repair/Removal and Replacement/Cylinder Head - Removal .
7. Remove bolt from tappet retainer (1).
8. Remove tappet retainer (1).
9. Pull tappet out of bore with a twisting motion. If all tappets are to be removed and reused, identify tappets to ensure installation in original
location.
10. Check camshaft lobes for abnormal wear.