Rocker Arm Assembly Removal

2002 Honda Civic SiSECTION Rocker Arm Assembly Removal
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  1. Loosen the adjusting screws (A).
    Fig 1: Loosening Adjusting Screws
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  2. Remove the bolts and the rocker arm assembly.
    • Unscrew the camshaft holder bolts two turns at a time, in a crisscross pattern, to prevent damaging the valves or rocker arm assembly.
    • When removing the rocker arm assembly, do not remove the camshaft holder bolts. The bolts will keep the camshaft holders, the springs and the rocker arms on the shafts.
    Fig 2: Camshaft Holder Bolt Loosening Sequence
    G01401595Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.
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Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:

  • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
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