Valve Clearance: Adjustments
Valve ClearanceADJUSTMENT
1) Measure all the valve clearances.
NOTE:
Record the measured value of each valve clearance.
2) Remove the camshaft.
3) Remove the valve lifter.
4) Measure the thickness of valve lifter using micrometer.
5) Select a valve lifter of suitable thickness using the measured valve clearance and valve lifter thickness, and install it.
NOTE:
Use a new valve lifter.
6) Install the camshaft.
7) Install the cam sprocket.
8) Install the timing belt.
9) Measure all valves for valve clearance again at this time. If the valve clearance is not within the adjustment value, repeat the procedure over again from the first step.
Valve clearance (adjustment value):
Intake
0.20 [+0.01/-0.03] mm (0.0079 [+0.0004/-0.0012] in)
Exhaust
0.35±0.02 mm (0.0138±0.0008 in)
10) After adjustment, install the related parts in the reverse order of removal.
NOTE:
^ Refer to "Camshaft" when installing the rocker cover. Camshaft
^ Use a new clamp for the PCV hose clamp, fit the cut out in the ST with the protrusion on the clamp as shown in the figure, and lock the clamp.
ST 18353AA000 CLAMP PLIERS
