K 2500 Truck 4WD V8-454 7.4L VIN J SFI (1997)
3. Remove the valve pushrods.
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The exhaust valve pushrods are longer than the intake valve pushrods.
4. Remove the splash shield.
5. Remove the valve lifter guide retainer bolts and retainer.
6. Remove the valve lifter guides.
7. Remove the valve lifters.