3000GT Convertible AWD V6-2972cc 3.0L DOHC Turbo (1995)
3.
While gently pushing down the internal steel ball using stiff wire (0.5 mm diameter), move the plunger through 5 to 10 strokes until it slides
smoothly. This will remove dirty oil from the lash adjuster and loosen the plunger.
! CAUTION
The steel ball spring is extremely weak. If the wire is pushed in with too much force, the lash adjuster will be damaged.
If the plunger remains stiff or the mechanism appears to be abnormal, replace the lash adjuster.
4.
Remove the lash adjuster from container A. Then gently push down the steel ball and push the plunger to remove the diesel fuel from its pressure
chamber.
! CAUTION
On DOHC engines, point the oil hole toward container A. Do not point the oil hole toward anyone.
5.
Place the lash adjuster in container B. Then gently push down the internal steel ball using stiff wire (0.5 mm diameter). Move the plunger through
5 to 10 strokes until it slides smoothly. This will clean the lash adjuster's pressure chamber.