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Valve Guide

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Measure clearance between the valve guide and valve stem. If the clearance exceeds the limit, replace the valve guide or valve, or both.

Standard value: Inlet 0.020 - 0.047 mm (0.0008 - 0.0019 inch) Exhaust 0.030 - 0.057 mm (0.0012 - 0.0022 inch) 

Limit: Inlet 0.10 mm (0.0039 inch) Exhaust 0.15 mm (0.0059 inch) 

Fig 1: Measuring Clearance Between Valve Guide And Valve Stem
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