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General Procedures: Check

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  1. Refer to: Battery Disconnect and Connect (Battery, Mounting and Cables, General Procedures).
  2. WARNING: Do not work on or under a vehicle supported only by a jack. Always support the vehicle on safety stands.

    Raise and support the vehicle.

  3. Refer to: Valve Cover LH  (Engine - V6 S/C 3.0L Petrol, Removal and Installation).
  4. Refer to: Valve Cover RH  (Engine - V6 S/C 3.0L Petrol, Removal and Installation).
  5. CAUTION:
    • Rotate the engine clockwise until the camshafts are positioned as shown.
    • Do not rotate the crankshaft counterclockwise. The timing chains may bind causing engine damage.
    • Camshaft lobes must be 180 degrees away from each valve tappet or valve clearance will be incorrect.
    NOTE: Using feeler gauge check the gap between the tappet and the camshaft lobe and check against specifications table.
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    • Using feeler gauge check the gap between the tappet and the camshaft lobe and check against specifications table.
    1. Repeat for the remaining valve tappets.
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