OEM 2010 Chevrolet Corvette Rocker Shaft Spring Kit

2010 Chevrolet Corvette Rocker Shaft Spring Kit Parts Questions & Experts Answers

• Q: How to replace the Rocker Shaft Spring Kit and valve stem oil seal on 2010 Chevrolet Corvette?

  A: The Valve Stem Oil Seal and valve spring replacement process starts by taking off both valve rocker arms and the Spark Plug. Insert j 22794 (Spark Plug Port Adapter) into the Spark Plug opening and afterward connect an air hose. A gentle tap of a plastic face hammer to the valve stem end will break any buildup on its keys. Insert the j 38606 to compress the valve spring before taking out the valve stem keys and easing the valve spring pressure slowly. However, before taking out the valve spring cap use the j 38606 to compress the valve spring afterward remove the valve spring tool. Clean the valve guide area before placing Valve Stem Oil Seal and shim parts precisely to avoid oil loss and emission problems. Place engine oil on both sides of the valve guide and stem oil seal then push down the seal onto the valve stem until it hits the valve guide. Position the spring onto the j 38606 tool, compress it to install and put the spring cap together with valve stem keys. Spread grease on the valve stem keys before taking off j 38606 and verifying the keys secure position in the stem groove. Loosen the valve spring pressure while the keys stay on position before taking out j 38606. Use the plastic faced hammer to tap on the valve stem end when essential to set the keys properly. Turn off the j 22794 air supply connector and take it out from the Spark Plug opening. Use 0.5 mm thick valve spring shims to lower the valve spring if its installed height measures more than 1.82 inches between base and top. Keep the actual height greater than the specified 46.25 mm. Insert the Spark Plug followed by the valve rocker arms.