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General Procedures: Check

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  1. Disconnect the startup battery ground cable.

    Refer to: Battery Disconnect and Connect (General Procedures).

  2. Raise and support the vehicle on a suitable 2 post lift.

    Refer to: Lifting (Description and Operation).

  3. Remove the left valve cover.

    Refer to: Left Valve Cover .

  4. Remove the right vasvle cover.

    Refer to: Right Valve Cover .

  5. 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.
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    • Rotate the engine clockwise until the camshafts are positioned as shown in illustration.
    1. Using feeler gauge check the gap between the tappet and the camshaft lobe and check against specifications table.

      Refer to: SPECIFICATIONS  .

    1. Repeat for the remaining valve tappets.
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