OEM 2002 Buick Park Avenue Pushrod

2002 Buick Park Avenue Parts Questions & Experts Answers

• Q: How to replace the pushrod and valve rocker arm on 2002 Buick Park Avenue?

  A: The tools required for valve Rocker Arm and push rod replacement include torque angle meter (J 36660-A). First remove both left and right valve Rocker Arm covers then uninstall the pedestal retaining bolts before taking out the pedestal itself. Establish a clean area to set the assemblies while maintaining proper component organization for future reinstallation. After removing the Rocker Arm assembly alongside pushrods the team should clean all bolts before performing an inspection of valve rocker arms and pushrods. Pushrods and valve Rocker Arm assembly get installed first before adding the pedestal during the installation steps. Before attaching the valve Rocker Arm pedestal retaining bolts apply gm p/n 12345493 (Canadian P/N 10953488) threadlocker compound or equivalent to the threads or an equivalent product to achieve the same result. Use the torque angle meter (J 36660-A) to torques the bolts verifying 15 nm (11 ft. Lbs.) plus 90 degrees. Before concluding finish the installation process by remounting left and right valve Rocker Arm covers while validating that valve train noise is absent.