Valve Guides, Checking

Special tools and workshop equipment required

Procedure

Fig 1: Identifying Dial Gauge With Holder

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NOTE:

If valve is replaced during repair, use new valve for measurement.

Due to different stem diameters, only use an intake valve in the intake valve guide and an exhaust valve in the exhaust valve guide.

-- Place valve in valve guide.

-- Determine tip clearance.

-- If wear limit is exceeded, measure using new valves.

-- Replace the cylinder head if the wear limit is still exceeded.

NOTE:

The valve guides cannot be replaced.