2-9 PERIODIC MAINTENANCE
(5) Rotate crankshaft clockwise to bring cam nose vertical to
shim surface.
(6) Measure tappet clearances by inserting thickness gauge
between cam and shim surface.
Tappet clearance (cold engine condition) :
IN. : 0.18 – 0.24 mm (0.007 – 0.009 in.)
EX. : 0.18 – 0.24 mm (0.007 – 0.009 in.)
09900-20803 : Thickness gauge
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Rotate crankshaft clockwise to prevent water pump
impeller damage.
NOTE:
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Rotate crankshaft and measure clearance for each tappet
respectively by bringing cam nose vertical to shim surface.
•
All tappet clearances can be measured during two turns of
crankshaft.
(7) If out of specification, adjust tappet clearance by changing
shim.
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