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General Motors — Remove valve lifters. Refer to VALVE LIFTERS

A General Motors service procedure — check it applies to your exact model before use.

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Before you start

  • Installation
  • bearing and balance shaft as a set only. Replace balance
  • shaft timing gears as a set only.
  • Front bearing is removed with balance shaft. Replace front

Procedure

  1. Remove the timing chain and the camshaft sprocket. Refer to TIMING CHAIN &
  2. Remove intake manifold. See INTAKE MANIFOLD . Using a soft-faced hammer, tap
  3. Apply oil to balance shaft bearings. Using Installers (J-36996 and J-8092), install

Specs & torque values

  • ft. lbs. (20 N.m). Then tighten bolt an additional 35 degrees. To complete installation,

Source: manual:1995 ENGINE 4.3L VIN W_text.pdf. Figures and steps are as documented; always cross-check against the official manual and any later revisions for your exact serial number before servicing.