Lifter Release Kit (Comes with VLOM Plug)
Comes with lifter release tool and the plug to block off the oil port in the VLOM. New Update for newer modeles with Direct Injection see video above. 2019+ vehicles equipped with DFM have not been tried yet and is believed unable to work. For information on the VLOM mod see this https://youtu.be/xFr8TxgxJow video.
If You have direct injection engine 2015+ you may want to consider adding L83-L86 VLOM Service Kit to your cart.
Disclaimer: The lifter release trick will not work if V4 mode is still active. In order to shut the system off it must be disabled in the tune. I recomend LT1swap.com for this. The VLOM mod is also highly recommended but done at your own risk. For more information see
The main release video I use this kit in: https://youtu.be/pP7I5tbXsfw
Description of Tool: https://youtu.be/BEJleajhI8Q
Description of VLOM Plug: https://youtu.be/mOFh_3tkUec
VLOM plug Install instructions
https://www.crazedperformancerepair.com/forum/afm-dod-q-a/vlom-plug-install-instructions
The tool is made of softer steel to protect the lifter and the block. If you hit it sidways, just like a nail it could bend. The end of the tool will need to be reshaped for stubborn lifters or use on multiple vehicles. It can be reshaped easily with grinder or file. Just try to avoid reshaping the spot that directly contures to the side of the lifter.
2005-2014 NON-Direct injection LS based engine tq specs
https://www.crazedperformancerepair.com/forum/afm-dod-q-a/lc9-lmg-ly6-l9h-l96-general-repair-specs
2014-2018 Direct injected AFM LT based engine tq specs
https://www.crazedperformancerepair.com/forum/afm-dod-q-a/l83-and-l86-engine-fastener-torque-specs