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Valve Clearance Adjustment

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  1. Remove valve covers. Remove timing belt. See TIMING BELT . Measure and record clearance of each valve at base circle. Remove camshaft. See CAMSHAFT .
  2. Remove valve shims. Shims are marked for thickness. Select new shims and mark installation location. Desired clearance is .006" (.15 mm) for intake valves, and .012" (.30 mm) for exhaust valves. Select shim as follows: Shim thickness = measured clearance, plus base shim thickness, minus desired thickness.
  3. Replace shims. Install camshaft. Measure new valve clearances and ensure they are within specification. Adjust camshaft timing. See TIMING BELT . Install timing belt. Install valve covers.
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