Valve Lifter Removal/Inspection - Polaris Sportsman 800 EFI 4x4 2012 Service Manual

Valve Lifter Removal/Inspection

1. Remove the valve lifter's by reaching into the
crankcase and pushing the lifter up through the lifter
bore by hand.
2. Thoroughly clean the lifters in cleaning solvent and
wipe them with a clean lint-free cloth.
3. Mark the lifters with a white pen if using the lifters for
reassembly. This will ensure that the lifters are
properly placed during engine reassembly.
4. Check the lifters for wear or scores.
5. Check the bottom end of lifter to make sure that it
has a slight convex.
6. If the bottom surface has worn flat, it may be used
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with the original camshaft only.
IMPORTANT: Lifters that are scored, worn, or if
the bottom is not smooth should be replaced
with new lifters and cam as an assembly. If
replacing the lifters, the camshaft should also be
replaced.
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