Adjusting valve clearance
1.
Loosen locknut (1) and unscrew adjusting
screw (2) by a few threads.
2.
Insert feeler gauge between valve bridge
and rocker arm.
3.
Readjust adjusting screw (2) so that the
feeler gauge just passes through the gap.
4.
Tighten locknut (1) with torque wrench to the specified tightening torque while holding adjusting
screw (2) firmly with screw driver.
Name
Size
Type
Lubricant
Value/Standard
Locknut
M12 x 1
Tightening torque
(Engine oil)
50 Nm
5.
Insert feeler gauge between valve bridge and rocker arm to verify that the gauge just passes through
the gap.
Result:
If not, adjust valve clearance.
Final steps
1.
Remove barring device (→ Page 67).
2.
Install cylinder head cover (→ Page 80).
3.
Install access cover.
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