Rocker Arm Assembly Installation

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If the rocker arm assembly is disassembled, reassemble the rocker arm assembly. (See ROCKER ARM AND SHAFT DISASSEMBLY/REASSEMBLY ). Refer to Figure.
Apply engine oil to the end of the valve stem.
Install the rocker arm assembly.

Fig 1: Identifying Rocker Arm Assembly And Fasteners
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Tighten each bolts two turns at a time in the sequence shown below.
Specified Torque

6 x 1.0 mm

(1)-(10): 15 N.m (1.5 kgf.m, 11 lbf.ft)

(11): 9.8 N.m (1.0 kgf.m, 7.2 lbf.ft)

Fig 2: Identifying Rocker Arm Assembly Bolts Tightening Sequence
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Adjust the valve clearance (see VALVE CLEARANCE ADJUSTMENT ).
Install the cylinder head cover (see CYLINDER HEAD COVER INSTALLATION ).