Lifter Installation; Oil Pump Drive; Inspection; Installation - Mercury MerCruiser Service Manual

7. Inspect the lifters for scoring or wear.

Lifter Installation

IMPORTANT: Do not install used valve lifters if a new camshaft has been installed.
IMPORTANT: Before installing the valve lifters, coat the camshaft lobes and valve lifters with engine assembly lubricant.
Tube Ref No.
Lubriplate SPO 255
136
1. Lubricate and install the valve lifters. Install the valve lifters in their original locations if being reused.
Tube Ref No.
Lubriplate SPO 255
136
2. Install the lifter guide retainer. Tighten the bolts to the specified torque.
Description
Valve lifter guide retainer bolt

Oil Pump Drive

Inspection

Inspect the drive gear on the oil pump drive for wear.

Installation

1. Install the oil pump drive in the block. Rotate the shaft to engage the drive with the camshaft and intermediate shaft.
90-8M0099748 eng DECEMBER 2015
Description
c
Description
Where Used
Camshaft lobes and valve lifters
a - Lifter
b
b - Lifter guide retainer (2)
c - Retainer bolt (8)
a
59584
Where Used
Valve lifters
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Engine Inspection and Assembly
Part No.
Obtain Locally
Part No.
Obtain Locally
Nm lb‑in.
12 106.2
Page 3B-55
lb‑ft
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