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Valve Guide Servicing

  1. Measure clearance between valve stem and valve guide. If clearance exceeds 0.003" (0.076 mm) for intake of 0.004" (0.102 mm) for exhaust valve, guide must be replaced. Drive guide down through combustion chamber using a suitable driver (09201-60010).
  2. Drive in new valve guide in same direction. Valve guide should protrude approximately 0.63" (16 mm) above cylinder head. New valve guide should be reamed for correct clearance with valve stem.
    Fig 1: Valve Guide Installation
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    Fig 2: Valve Guide Reaming
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