Adjusting valve clearance
1.
Release locknut (1).
2.
Insert feeler gauge between valve bridge
and rocker arm.
3.
Using Allen key, set adjusting screw (2) so
that the specified valve clearance is provid‐
ed.
4.
Feeler gauge must just pass through the
gap.
5.
Tighten locknut (1) to 90 +9 Nm, holding
adjusting screw (2) firmly.
6.
Replace or rectify adjusting screws and/or
locknuts which do not move freely.
7.
Check valve clearance.
Final steps
1.
Remove barring device (→ Page 63).
2.
Install cylinder head cover (→ Page 76).
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