Valve Clearance Adjustment
CAUTION:
Rotate engine only in direction of normal rotation (clockwise as viewed from timing belt end of engine). Counterclockwise rotation may cause timing belt to slip.
- Ensure cylinder head bolts are properly tightened and engine is at normal operating temperature before measuring or adjusting valve clearances. See appropriate table in TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS . Remove spark plugs and rocker arm cover. Rotate engine clockwise as viewed from timing belt end of engine.
- Align notch on crankshaft pulley with "T" mark on timing belt cover and ensure No. 1 cylinder is at TDC of compression stroke. Adjust intake valves of cylinders No. 1 and 2, and exhaust valves of cylinders No. 1 and 3 to specification. See VALVE CLEARANCE SPECIFICATIONS table.
- Rotate crankshaft clockwise 360 degrees to position cylinder No. 4 at TDC of compression stroke. Adjust intake valves of cylinders No. 3 and 4, and exhaust valves of cylinders No. 2 and 4. Install rocker cover and spark plugs.
VALVE CLEARANCE SPECIFICATIONS
| Application | Hot: In. (mm) | |
|---|---|---|
| 1.5L | ||
| Exhaust | 0.10 (.25) | |
| Intake | .008 (.20) | |
| 1.8L | ||
| Exhaust | .012 (.30) | |
| Intake | .008 (.20) | |