Straight, ordered procedure with theory (no extra chat). These steps cover removal, inspection, replacement and adjustment of pushrods on the MF3505/3525/3545 family in a way that applies to typical overhead-valve diesel valve trains. Refer to the tractor/service manual for model-specific torque and clearance specs.

1) Purpose and theory (short)
- What pushrods do: they transmit cam/lifter motion up to the rocker arm so the rocker opens and closes the valve. They must be straight, correct length and have intact contact surfaces. If a pushrod is bent, worn or the end is damaged, the valve will not open/close correctly, causing valve noise, poor sealing, low compression, misfire or rapid cam/lifter wear.
- What the repair fixes: replacing or restoring correct pushrod geometry and then setting valve clearance restores correct valve lift/timing and seating. That eliminates the mechanical play or binding that produced noise, loss of power, smoking or accelerated wear.

2) Safety and preparation
- Park on level ground, set parking brake, chock wheels, disconnect battery negative.
- Engine cool. Drain and contain any oil only if required for access—most jobs do not require oil removal.
- Gather tools: socket set, torque wrench, valve-cover gasket, long pry/roll surface for straightness check, feeler gauges (for mechanical lash), service manual for specs.

3) Access
- Remove intake/exhaust/other components blocking rocker cover.
- Remove rocker (valve) cover(s). Clean area before opening to prevent contamination.
- Clean oil and grime from around heads before disassembly.

4) Establish cylinder position
- Rotate engine by hand to bring cylinder(s) you will service to TDC (top dead center) on the compression stroke so the corresponding pushrod/rocker is unloaded (both valves closed). Theory: when on compression TDC the corresponding rocker is free so you can remove the pushrod without it bearing valve spring load.

5) Mark and keep order
- Mark pushrods and their positions (number cylinders and orient pushrods so they go back to the same bore and orientation). Theory: pushrods can develop wear patterns; returning them to their original bore avoids mixing wear patterns and hiding bent pushrods.

6) Remove rocker arms (if required) and pushrods
- Loosen and remove rocker arm retaining bolts or shaft as per head design. Remove rocker and retain hardware in order.
- Lift out pushrod from its upper cup and lower lifter seat. Remove gently—don’t nick ends.
- Note: some designs let you remove pushrods with rocker on, but most benefit from removing the rocker to avoid bending during removal.

7) Inspect pushrods (theory integrated)
- Visual: look for bent, cracked or mushroomed ends, gouges, pitting or heavy wear on the cups/ends.
- Straightness: roll each pushrod on a known-flat surface; a bent pushrod will rock or have a gap. Use a micrometer/diameter check if available.
- Dimensional: measure length against service spec if you suspect deformation.
- End condition: check both ends for cupping, flattening, or peening. Damaged ends change contact geometry and reduce valve lift or produce point loading.
- If any pushrod fails straightness or end-condition checks, replace. Theory: a bent pushrod changes geometry between cam/lifter and rocker so valve timing/clearance are wrong; a worn end changes contact angle and load concentration—both cause poor sealing and noise.

8) Inspect mating parts
- Inspect rocker arm cups/ball sockets for wear or peening.
- Inspect lifter/tappet faces where pushrod seats for spalling, flat spots or scoring.
- Inspect the cam lobes for wear if tappets are worn. Theory: the underlying cause of a bent or worn pushrod is often a failed lifter, loose rocker, or a seized/insufficiently-oiled lifter/cam. Replacing pushrods without fixing those leaves the root cause.

9) Replace pushrods and any damaged parts
- Install new pushrods of correct specification and length. Make sure they seat fully in the lifter cup and up against the rocker cup.
- Replace rocker arm hardware and any worn lifters/rockers as required.
- Clean oil passages; ensure pushrod bores and lifter oil supply are clear. Theory: good lubrication is essential—blocked galleries lead to lifter collapse and pushrod/cam damage.

10) Reassemble and torque
- Reinstall rocker arms in their original orientation/position. Tighten bolts/nuts finger tight first, then to final torque in the sequence in the service manual.
- Replace rocker cover gasket and reinstall cover.

11) Set valve clearance / bleed hydraulic lifters (depending on system)
- If adjustable (mechanical lash): rotate engine to each cylinder’s compression TDC in firing order and set valve lash to the spec with feeler gauges, tighten locknuts to spec. Theory: correct lash ensures valves fully seat at rest and open the precise amount when actuated. Too loose = tapping and noise; too tight = valve doesn’t seat, combustion leak and burnt valve.
- If hydraulic lifters: follow factory bleed/priming procedure (usually crank engine with injectors disabled or remove rocker/hold open lifter until oil primes) and make sure lifters pump up and take up clearance. Theory: hydraulic lifters automatically maintain zero lash; if they are collapsed or air-bound, they will make noise and allow excessive valve motion—bleeding/priming restores oil pressure in lifters and correct valve preload.

12) Final checks and run-in
- Rotate engine by hand two full turns and re-check clearances (mechanical lash) or listen for abnormal noise (hydraulic).
- Start engine, let idle, monitor for valve noise, smoke, or roughness. Re-check for oil leaks around rocker cover.
- Re-torque fasteners after a brief run if manual recommends.

13) How each specific fault is fixed (concise)
- Ticking/noise: usually caused by excessive lash, bent/worn pushrod ends, collapsed lifter or wear at contact points. Replacing a bent/worn pushrod and setting correct lash removes the extra play and restores smooth contact, stopping noise.
- Low power/misfire/low compression: a bent pushrod or damaged end can prevent a valve from fully opening or fully closing. Replacing and restoring correct geometry and lash restores valve lift and sealing, restoring compression and combustion.
- Rapid wear of cam/lifters: a bent pushrod causes side-loading and uneven contact; replacing with straight pushrods and exchanging damaged lifters/rockers removes that misalignment, stopping accelerated wear.
- Oil pressure/lifter problems: cleaning oil galleries and ensuring lifters are working restores oil to hydraulic lifters and avoids collapse that causes lash and noise.

14) Important cautions
- Do not mix pushrods between bores unless you know they’re all good—keep original order until replacements installed.
- If cam lobes or lifters show damage, replace those parts—new pushrods alone won’t fix a damaged cam.
- Always use manufacturer specs for torque and clearance; improper lash can cause severe engine damage.

That is the ordered method with the theoretical reasoning for why each step fixes the common faults.
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