1. Apply a small amount of GM P/N 1052365 lubricant to the valve lifter roller bearings.
2. Install the new valve lifters to the engine block.
3. Install the valve lifter guide to the engine block.
Important: After all the retainers are installed, turn the crankshaft by hand two full revolutions, to ensure free movement of the valve lifters in the guide. If the engine will not turn over by hand, one or more of the valve lifters may be binding in the guide.
Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in Cautions and Notices.
4. Install the valve lifter retainer and bolt to the engine block.
Tighten
Tighten the bolts to 2 6 N-m (18 Ib ft).
5. Install the cylinder head assembly to the engine block. Refer to Cylinder Head Replacement.
6. Install the valve rocker arm, shaft, and the push rods in the cylinder head. Refer to Valve Rocker Arm, Shaft, and Push Rod Replacement.
7. Install the valve rocker arm cover to the cylinder head. Refer to Valve Rocker Arm Cover Replacement.
8. Install the lower intake manifold to the engine block. Refer to Intake Manifold Replacement (Lower).
9. Install the upper intake manifold to the lower intake manifold. Refer to Intake Manifold Replacement (Upper).
10. Connect both the battery negative cables to the batteries. Refer to Battery Cable in Engine Electrical.
