Notes: W/Supercharger; Park Avenue; W/Supercharger; Right
Location: Passenger Side
Other Names: Valve Cover
Item Dimensions: 17.6 x 8.4 x 3.3 inches
Item Weight: 2.20 Pounds
Fitment Type: Direct Replacement
Replaces: 24503936
Part Description: 2005 Buick Park Avenue Valve Cover
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Vehicle Fitment
2005 Buick Park Avenue | Base, Ultra | 6 Cyl 3.8 L GAS
FAQ for Valve Cover Repair
Q: How to install the Valve Rocker Arm Cover-Left?
A:
First, you need to install the new valve rocker arm cover gasket, install the left valve rocker arm cover to the cylinder head, and apply thread lock compound GM P/N 12345493 (Canadian P/N 10953488) or equivalent to the valve rocker arm cover bolt threads. Then, please install the left valve rocker arm cover bolts. Finally, you should connect the left spark plug wire harness and install the fuel injector sight shield.
By Bob
GM Specialist
01/11/2022
Q: How to remove the Valve Rocker Arm Cover-Left?
A:
First, you need to remove the fuel injector sight shield, disconnect the left spark plug wire harness, and position it aside. Then, please remove the left valve rocker arm cover, and the left valve rocker arm cover gasket. Finally, you should clean the sealing surface on the cylinder head, clean the valve rocker arm cover bolts of all thread locking adhesive, and clean and inspect the valve rocker arm cover.
By Bob
GM Specialist
01/11/2022
Q: How to remove the Valve Rocker Arm Cover-Right?
A:
First, you need to remove the fuel injector sight shield, disconnect the right spark plug wire harness, position it aside, and remove the drive belt tensioner. Then, please disconnect the vacuum brake booster hose from the vacuum connections, position it aside, disconnect the MAP sensor connector and hose, and remove the right valve rocker arm cover. Finally, you should clean the sealing surface on the cylinder head, clean the valve rocker arm cover bolts of all thread locking adhesive, and clean and inspect the valve rocker arm cover.
By Bob
GM Specialist
01/11/2022
Q: What is the recommended torque for the valve rocker arm cover bolts?
A:
The recommended torque is 10 N.m (89 lb in).
By Bob
GM Specialist
01/11/2022
FAQ for Other Repair Info
Q: How to remove the Valve Rocker Arm and Push Rod?
A:
First, you need to remove the left and right valve rocker arm cover, and the valve rocker arm pedestal retaining bolts. Then, please remove the pedestal, the rocker arm assembly, and the Pushrods. Finally, you should clean the bolts of all thread adhesive, and clean and inspect the valve rocker arms and pushrods.
Q: How to remove the Valve Lifter?
A:
First, you need to remove the rocker arms, pushrods, and pedestals. Then, please remove the lower intake manifold and gaskets and the valve guide retainer. Finally, you should remove the Valve Lifter guides, and the valve lifters, and clean and inspect the valve lifters and guides.
Q: How to install the Valve Rocker Arm and Push Rod?
A:
First, you need to install the pushrods, the valve Rocker Arm assembly, and the pedestal. Then, please apply GM P/N 12345493 (Canadian P/N 10953488) threadlocker compound or equivalent to the valve rocker arm bolt threads. Finally, you should install the valve rocker arm pedestal retaining bolts, the left and right valve rocker arm cover, and the right valve rocker arm cover, and listen for valve train noise.