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Lifter/Tappet

Critical For Operation

Engine

Transfers motion from the camshaft to the engine’s valves.

The lifter or tappet transfers the rotational motion of the camshaft to the engine’s valves, allowing them to open and close in sync with the engine’s cycles for efficient combustion.

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Typical part cost
$50–$200🔒
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Typical labor cost
$200–$600🔒
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Typically lasts
100,000–200,000 mi
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Or about
7.0–10.0 years
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DIY difficulty
6/10

⚠️ Owners Often Notice

If the Lifter/Tappet is starting to fail, these are the signs owners most commonly report before it gets worse:

Engine noise
Poor valve operation
Rough idling
Loss of power
Engine misfires

Related Services

Services commonly performed on or around this part.

Replace Lifter/Tappet(s)

No standard interval on file

Inspect Lifter/Tappet(s)

No standard interval on file

Test Lifter/Tappet(s)

No standard interval on file