How to service and repair the valve rocker arm and push rod on Chevrolet Malibu?

A proper valve Rocker Arm and push rod service requires valve Rocker Arm cover removal then secure component separation to allow correct reinstallment. After unbolting the Rocker Arm bolts you should remove the rocker arms while maintaining Pushrod position order to their original configuration. To install the pushrods position them correctly at their original places before applying gm p/n 1052356 lubricant or another suitable product on both ends. Yellow-striped intake pushrods have a 5 3/4 inch length and green-striped exhaust pushrods measure 6 inches; ensure each Pushrod finds proper lodging in the lifter. The installation process begins with the rocker arms and continues with the installation of Rocker Arm bolts where torque reaches 14 nm (124 inch lbs.) then the j36660-a (J36660-A) torque angle meter is used for an additional 30 degrees of bolt tensioning. Reinstall the valve rocker covers as the last step.

How to replace the valve rocker arm and push rods on Chevrolet Malibu?

Replacement of valve Rocker Arm and push rods requires initial removal of valve Rocker Arm covers before separating components for their correct installation sequence. The proper replacement process involves starting with bolt removal from the rocker arms followed by extracting both components and then the pushrods. Following original placements install the pushrods with gm p/n 1052356 lubricant or its equivalent on the ends. The intake pushrods show yellow stripes to indicate their 5 3/4-inch length while exhaust pushrods have green stripes at 6 inches; proper seating must occur for both types of pushrods in the lifter. The next steps should be installation of Rocker Arm bolts followed by torqueing them to a value of 32 nm (24 ft. Lbs.) and reinstallation of valve rocker covers.

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Chevrolet Malibu Rocker Arms Part Number: 55569172
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- Other Name: Arm, Engine Valve Adjusting; Rocker Arm; Arm, Engine Valve Rocker
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- 2016-2023 Chevrolet Malibu | Hybrid, L, LS, LT, RS | 4 Cyl 1.5 L GAS, 4 Cyl 1.8 L FULL HYBRID EV-GAS (FHEV)
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Chevrolet Malibu Rocker Arms Part Number: 24100294
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- Other Name: Arm, Valve Rocker; Arm, Engine Valve Rocker
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- 2008-2012 Chevrolet Malibu | LT, LTZ | 6 Cyl 3.6 L GAS
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Chevrolet Malibu Rocker Arms Part Number: 12576628
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- Other Name: Arm Assembly-Valve Rocker; Rocker Arm
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- 2003-2006 Chevrolet Malibu | Base, LS, LT, LTZ, Maxx, Maxx LS, Maxx LT, Maxx LTZ | 6 Cyl 3.1 L GAS, 6 Cyl 3.5 L GAS
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Chevrolet Malibu Rocker Arms, Green Line Part Number: 12565203
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- Other Name: Arm, Valve Rocker; Rocker Arm
- Replaced by: 12693909
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- 2004-2015 Chevrolet Malibu | Base, Classic LS, Eco, Hybrid, LS, LT, LTZ | 4 Cyl 2.0 L GAS, 4 Cyl 2.2 L GAS, 4 Cyl 2.4 L FLEX, 4 Cyl 2.4 L FULL HYBRID EV-GAS (FHEV), 4 Cyl 2.4 L GAS, 4 Cyl 2.4 L MILD HYBRID EV-GAS (MHEV), 4 Cyl 2.5 L GAS
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Chevrolet Malibu Rocker Arms Part Number: 12693909
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- Other Name: Arm Assembly-Valve Rocker; Arm, Engine Valve Rocker
- Replaces: 12565203, 24100004, 12656486
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- 2004-2022 Chevrolet Malibu | Base, Classic LS, Eco, Hybrid, LS, LT, LTZ, Premier | 4 Cyl 2.0 L GAS, 4 Cyl 2.2 L GAS, 4 Cyl 2.4 L FLEX, 4 Cyl 2.4 L FULL HYBRID EV-GAS (FHEV), 4 Cyl 2.4 L GAS, 4 Cyl 2.4 L MILD HYBRID EV-GAS (MHEV), 4 Cyl 2.5 L GAS
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Chevrolet Malibu Rocker Arms Part Number: 12577695
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- Other Name: Arm Assembly-Valve Rocker; Rocker Arm; Arm, Engine Valve Rocker
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by GM's factory warranty.
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- 2006-2010 Chevrolet Malibu | Classic LS, Classic LT, LS, LT, LTZ, Maxx LS, Maxx LT, Maxx LTZ, Maxx SS, SS | 6 Cyl 3.5 L FLEX, 6 Cyl 3.5 L GAS, 6 Cyl 3.9 L GAS
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Chevrolet Malibu Rocker Arms Part Number: 24504436
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- Other Name: Arm Assembly-Valve Rocker; Rocker Arm; Arm, Engine Valve Rocker
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by GM's factory warranty.
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- 1997-2002 Chevrolet Malibu | Base, LS | 6 Cyl 3.1 L GAS

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The Chevrolet Malibu Rocker Arm is a parts that essential to valvetrian system of the car engine its well known for its relability and its withstanding performance in different models of Chevrolet Malibu. This essential part helps the transmission of energy from the pushrod to the intake and exhaust valves for efficiency of the car's engine. Made from hardened steel or stamped steel or even aluminum, the Chevrolet Malibu rocker arm has been built to be able to take the rugged nature of high RPM in the engine especially if the model comes with roller rockers which have needle bearings to reduce the rate of friction. The rocker ratio varies from 1.5:1 to 1.8:1 provides a boost to camshaft lift making a humongous improvement on the Chevrolet Malibu's performance. This not only enhances the acceleration delivery, but it is also advantageous concerning safety, as the operation of the engine is optimized regardless of the circumstances. The Chevrolet Malibu Rocker Arm is intended for several generations of the model, from rear-wheel-drive vintage sedans to the modern front-wheel-drive models, so it would be suitable for both tuning-hungry car owners and regular user. Other characteristics, including higher RPM engines with improved fulcrum bearings, intensify the endurance and efficacy of the Chevrolet Malibu Rocker Arm putting it on another level in the market of automobile. Thus, the Chevrolet Malibu Rocker Arm is also crucial for the realization of the above objectives making it a very important part of the Chevrolet Malibu automobile.

Chevrolet Malibu Rocker Arm Parts and Q&A

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Q: How to service and repair the valve rocker arm and push rod on Chevrolet Malibu?
A:
A proper valve Rocker Arm and push rod service requires valve Rocker Arm cover removal then secure component separation to allow correct reinstallment. After unbolting the Rocker Arm bolts you should remove the rocker arms while maintaining Pushrod position order to their original configuration. To install the pushrods position them correctly at their original places before applying gm p/n 1052356 lubricant or another suitable product on both ends. Yellow-striped intake pushrods have a 5 3/4 inch length and green-striped exhaust pushrods measure 6 inches; ensure each Pushrod finds proper lodging in the lifter. The installation process begins with the rocker arms and continues with the installation of Rocker Arm bolts where torque reaches 14 nm (124 inch lbs.) then the j36660-a (J36660-A) torque angle meter is used for an additional 30 degrees of bolt tensioning. Reinstall the valve rocker covers as the last step.
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12565203
Q: How to replace the valve rocker arm and push rods on Chevrolet Malibu?
A:
Replacement of valve Rocker Arm and push rods requires initial removal of valve Rocker Arm covers before separating components for their correct installation sequence. The proper replacement process involves starting with bolt removal from the rocker arms followed by extracting both components and then the Pushrods. Following original placements install the pushrods with gm p/n 1052356 lubricant or its equivalent on the ends. The intake pushrods show yellow stripes to indicate their 5 3/4-inch length while exhaust pushrods have green stripes at 6 inches; proper seating must occur for both types of pushrods in the lifter. The next steps should be installation of Rocker Arm bolts followed by torqueing them to a value of 32 nm (24 ft. Lbs.) and reinstallation of valve rocker covers.