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Valve Clearance

Engine Liter/CID 1.6L/4-97

All specifications given in inches.

Stem Diameter Std.
Intake 0.2742-0.2748
Exhaust 0.2737-0.2742
Guide Protrusion 0.55
Maximum Tip Refinish [03]
Face Angle 45 deg.
Margin [01]
Intake 0.039
Exhaust 0.039
Valve Lash [09]

[01] Minimum.
[03] Grind only enough to provide true surface. After grinding valve stems, ensure sufficient clearance remains between rocker arm & valve spring cap or rotator.
[09] With engine at normal operating temperature: intake, 0.0090-0.0110 inch; exhaust, 0.0102-0.0114 inch.