Valve Guides, Checking
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Special tools and workshop equipment required
- Dial Gauge Holder VW387
- Dial Gauge
Perform the Following
-- Insert the new valve into the guide.
- The end of the valve stem must be flush with the guide.
Due to the slight difference in stem dimensions, ensure that only an intake valve is used in the intake guide and an exhaust valve in the exhaust guide.
-- Determine tip clearance.
Wear limits
Intake valve seat: 1.0 mm
Exhaust valve seat: 1.3 mm