C7.1 Marine Engine Caterpillar

Removal Procedure

Start By:

1. Remove the engine oil pump.

2. Remove the camshaft.

1. If the crankshaft is installed, rotate the crankshaft in order to gain access to appropriate lifters (1).
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2. Use Tooling (B) to remove lifters (1).

   Note: Place a temporary identification mark on each lifter to identify the correct location.

3. Repeat Step 1 and Step 2 to remove the remaining lifters.

Installation Procedure

1. Clean the lifters. Follow Step 1.a through Step 1.c to inspect the lifters. Replace any worn lifters or damaged lifters.

   1. Inspect the seat of the pushrod in the lifter for visual wear or damage.

   2. Inspect the shank of the lifter for wear or damage. Refer to Specifications, "Lifter Group" for more information.

   3. Inspect the face of the lifter that runs on the camshaft for visual wear or damage.

2. If the crankshaft is installed, rotate the crankshaft to access to the cylinder block in order to install appropriate lifters (1).

3. Lubricate lifters (1) with clean engine oil.
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4. Use Tooling (B) to install lifters (1) to the cylinder block. Ensure that used lifters are installed in the correct location.

   Note: The lifters should be free to rotate.

5. Repeat Steps 1 and 4 to install the remaining lifters.

End By:

1. Install the camshaft.

2. Install the engine oil pump.