Valve Guide: Testing and Inspection

(valve removed)





To measure tilt clearance, insert new valve so that valve stem end is flush with valve guide.
Mount dial gauge and measure tilt clearance.

Note: Maximum permitted tilt clearance, refer to Engine, Specifications





Note: If tilt clearance is excessive, the valve guide should be reamed and a repair valve with a larger shaft diameter, (refer to Engine, Specifications) should be installed.

If necessary, ream out valve guide, refer to Service and Repair