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4-20 ENGINE TOP END
Valves
•
Measure the clearance of each valve by inserting a thick-
ness gauge [A] between the adjusting screw [B] and the
valve stem.
Valve Clearance (when cold)
Inlet
0.13
∼
0.18 mm (0.0051
∼
0.0071 in.)
Exhaust
0.18
∼
0.23 mm (0.0070
∼
0.0090 in.)
Valve Clearance Adjustment
If the valve clearance is incorrect, loosen the locknut [A]
and turn the adjusting screw [B] until the correct clearance
is obtained.
•
Tighten the locknut.
Torque - Valve Adjuster Locknuts: 25 N·m (2.5 kgf·m, 18
ft·lb)
•
Install the two caps on the alternator cover.
Valve Removal
•
Remove the cylinder head (see Cylinder Head Removal).
•
Use a valve spring compressor assembly to press down
the valve spring retainer, and remove the split keepers.
Special Tools - Valve Spring Compressor Assembly: 57001
-241 [A]
Valve Spring Compressor Adapter,
22:
57001-1202 [B]
Valve Installation
•
Check to see that the valve [A] moves smoothly up and
down in the guide.
•
Check to see that the valve seats properly in the valve
seat. If it does not, repair the valve seat.
•
Replace the oil seal [B] with a new one.
•
Apply a thin coat of molybdenum disulfide engine assem-
bly grease to the valve stem before valve installation.
•
Be sure to install the inner [C] and outer [D] spring seats
under the inner [E] and outer [F] springs.
○
Install the springs so that the closed coil end [G] is facing
toward the valve seat (downwards).
•
Install the spring retainer [H], press it down with the valve
spring compressor assembly, and fit the split keepers [I]
into place.
Special Tools - Valve Spring Compressor Assembly: 57001
-241
Valve Spring Compressor Adapter,
22:
57001-1202
•
Install the other removed parts.