OEM 2003 Chevrolet Malibu Pushrod

2003 Chevrolet Malibu Pushrod Parts and Q&A

• Q: How to replace the pushrods and valve rocker arm on 2003 Chevrolet Malibu?

  A: Beginning a valve Rocker Arm and push rod replacement starts with removing the valve Rocker Arm covers then separating the components for correct reinstallation. First extract the Rocker Arm bolts and after that remove the rocker arms from the components yet maintain the original positions for the pushrods. After that, remove the pushrods. Before assembly you should treat the ends of pushrods with gm p/n 1052356 chemical or equivalent materials. The two types of pushrods feature yellow stripes for intake pushrods measuring 5 3/4 inches and green stripes for exhaust pushrods at 6 inches in length; check that both types seat correctly inside the lifter. Add pushrods back into their previous positions which should be followed by installing the rocker arms. The installation process requires fitting the Rocker Arm bolts which need 14 nm (124 inch lbs.) torque and additional 30 degrees tightening through the j 36660-a torque angle meter. You should install the valve rocker covers in the final stage.