Fig. 28: Identifying Where To Measure Valve Clearance
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Valve clearance [Engine cold]
IN: 0.22-0.28 mm {0.0087-0.0110 in}
EX: 0.27-0.33 mm {0.0107-0.0129 in}
3. Turn the crankshaft
360°
clockwise so that the No. 4 piston is at TDC of the compression stroke.
4. Measure the valve clearance at B in
Fig. 28
.
If the valve clearance is out of the specification, adjust it. (See
VALVE CLEARANCE
ADJUSTMENT [LF]
.)
Valve clearance [Engine cold]
NOTE:
Make sure to note down the measured values for choosing the
suitable replacement tappets.
NOTE:
Make sure to note down the measured values for choosing the
suitable replacement tappets.
2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata Sport
2007 ENGINE Mechanical - MX-5
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