Valve Rocker Arms Cleaning and Inspection: Notes
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2008 Suzuki Swift +, 2008 Pontiac Wave, and 2008 Chevrolet Aveo. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Inspect the valve stem tip for wear.
- Inspect the valve key grooves and the oil seal grooves for chips and wear.
- Inspect the valves for burns or cracks.
- Inspect the valve stem for burrs and scratches.
- Inspect the valve stem. The valve stem must be straight.
- Inspect the valve face for grooving. If the groove is so deep that refacing the valve would result in a sharp edge, replace the valve.
- Inspect the valve spring. If the valve spring ends are not parallel, replace the valve spring.
- Measure the valve spring height. Refer to Engine Mechanical Specifications . If the valve spring height does not match the specifications, replace the valve spring.