OEM 2002 Cadillac Escalade Lash Adjuster

2002 Cadillac Escalade Parts Questions & Experts Answers

• Q: How to replace the Lash Adjusters on 2002 Cadillac Escalade?

  A: To replace the valve lifters, you would remove the Cylinder Head and the gasket, then the valve lifter guide bolts. If there are any valve lifters that are stuck because of gum and varnish deposit, make use of the valve lifter remover (J 3049-A) to facilitate the removal of such lifters. After the valve lifters have been pulled out of the guide, it is necessary to organize or mark the components for correct installation. Feed the base oil in first before placing the refill in place. In the case of reuse of valve lifters, be sure to put them in their original spots. Oiling the valve libs and the engine block loader lifter barrel and then inserting the valve libs with the drives of the adjuster claiming the flat part on top of the remain with the ln barrow of the loader guide's fraud nature. Push the lifter fully into the guide bore and then install the valve lifters and guide to the block. Install the valve lifter guide bolt and tighten it to 12 nm (106 inch lbs), followed by installing the Cylinder Head and gasket.