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For 1990-2009 cars only
Makes 🢒 Chevrolet 🢒 2004 🢒 Malibu 🢒 Engine 🢒 Engine Mechanical - 3.5L (LX9) 🢒 Valve Rocker Arm and Push Rod Replacement

Removal Procedure
  1. Remove the valve rocker arm covers. Refer to Valve Rocker Arm Cover Replacement - Left Side or Valve Rocker Arm Cover Replacement - Right Side .

    2. Object Number: 54392 Size: SH

    Important: Keep the components separated in order to install the components in the same location.

  2. Remove the rocker arm bolts.
  3. Remove the rocker arms.
  4. Remove the pushrods.

Installation Procedure

    Object Number: 54392 Size: SH
  1. Install the pushrods in the original location.
    2. • Coat the ends of the pushrods with lubricant. Refer to Adhesives, Fluids, Lubricants, and Sealers for the 3.5L engine.
    • The intake pushrods are identified with yellow stripes and are 5 3/4 inches long.
    • Exhaust pushrods are identified with green stripes and are 6 inches long.
    • Ensure that the pushrods seat in the lifter.
  2. Install the rocker arms.

    3. Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in the Preface section.

  3. Install the rocker arm bolts.

    4. Tighten
    Tighten the rocker arm bolts to 32 N·m (24 lb ft).

  4. Install the valve rocker covers. Refer to Valve Rocker Arm Cover Replacement - Left Side or Valve Rocker Arm Cover Replacement - Right Side .