Q: What special tools will I be needing when replacing the valve stem oil seal and valve spring?
A:
You will be needing a spark plug port adapter and a valve spring compressor.
By Bob
GM Specialist
01/11/2022
Q: How to disconnect the spark plug wire?
A:
You need to twist each plug wire boot 1/2 turn and pull only on the boot to remove the wire from the spark plug.
By Bob
GM Specialist
01/11/2022
Q: What is the recommended torque for the spark plug?
A:
The recommended torque is 15 N.m (11 Ib ft).
By Bob
GM Specialist
01/11/2022
FAQ for Other Repair Info
Q: How do you remove the valve rocker arm and push rod?
A:
You need to remove the rocker arm cover, the number one cylinder spark plug, the rocker arm bolts, the rocker arms, the rocker arm pivot support, and the Pushrods, and then clean and inspect the rocker arms and pushrods, if required.
Q: What is the removal procedure for the valve lifter oil manifold?
A:
You need to remove the intake manifold, disconnect the engine harness electrical connector from the oil pressure sensor, remove the Valve Lifter oil manifold bolts and the valve lifter oil manifold and identify the 8 gasket retaining strap locations and remove the outer gasket from the valve lifter oil manifold.
Q: What special tools will I be needing when replacing the valve stem oil seal and valve spring?
A:
You will be needing a spark plug port adapter and a Valve Spring compressor.