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Valve Clearance

VALVE CLEARANCE SPECIFICATIONS

Application In. (mm)
Engine Cold: Intake & Exhaust .005-.007 (.13-.17)
Engine Hot: Intake & Exhaust .007-.008 (.17-.20)
  1. Remove valve cover. Align crankshaft pulley timing mark with TDC mark on timing belt cover. See Figure . Remove distributor cap. Ensure rotor is pointing to No. 1 terminal of distributor cap.
  2. Check intake valve clearance of cylinders No. 1 and 2 and exhaust valve clearance of cylinders No. 1 and 3. Refer to the VALVE CLEARANCE SPECIFICATIONS  table. Turn crankshaft one complete revolution (360 degrees). Check intake valve clearance of cylinders No. 3 and 4 and exhaust valve clearance of cylinders No. 2 and 4.
  3. Measure valve clearance between cam lobe and rocker using feeler gauge. Adjust valves by loosening lock nut and turning adjusting screw until clearance is as specified. Hold adjusting screw while tightening lock nut to 96-108 INCH lbs. (10-13 N.m). Recheck clearance.
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