Valve Clearance Check (G1851591): Check

Disconnect the startup battery ground cable.
Refer to: STARTUP BATTERY DISCONNECT AND CONNECT .
Raise and support the vehicle on a suitable 2 post lift.
Refer to: LIFTING .
Remove the left valve cover.
Refer to: LEFT VALVE COVER (G1557032)
Remove the right valve cover.
Refer to: RIGHT VALVE COVER (G1557033)
CAUTION:
- 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.
Courtesy of JAGUAR LAND ROVER NORTH AMERICA, LLC

Rotate the engine clockwise until the camshafts are positioned as shown.
Using feeler gauge check the gap between the tappet and the camshaft lobe and check against specifications table.
Refer to: SPECIFICATION
Repeat for the remaining valve tappets.