Valve Clearance: Adjustments
Valve ClearanceADJUSTMENT
NOTE: Perform adjustment of valve clearance while the engine is cold.
1) Measure all the valve clearances.
NOTE: Record each valve clearance after measurement.
2) Remove the camshaft.
3) Remove the valve lifter.
4) Measure the thickness of valve lifter using micrometer.
5) Select a shim of suitable thickness from the following table using the measured valve clearance and valve lifter thickness.
6) Inspect all valves for valve clearance again at this time. If the valve clearance is not correct, repeat the procedure over again from the first step.
7) After inspection, install the related parts in the reverse order of removal.