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Valve Clearance Check - General Procedures

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  1. Remove the left-hand valve cover. Refer to Valve Cover LH - VIN Range: G00442->G45170 . See Valve Cover LH - VIN Range: G45171->G99999 .
  2. Remove the right-hand valve cover. Refer to Valve Cover RH - VIN Range: G00442->G45170 . See Valve Cover RH - VIN Range: G45171->G99999 .
    3. CAUTION: Rotating the crankshaft in a counterclockwise direction may cause engine damage. Crankshaft journals are directionally machined. Rotating the crankshaft counterclockwise can raise burrs on bearing surfaces, reducing engine life.
    CAUTION: Camshaft lobes must be 180 degrees away from each valve tappet or the valve clearance will be incorrect.
  3. Rotate the engine clockwise to position the camshaft lobe away from the shim surface.
  4. Using the feeler gauge set, measure the clearance between the camshaft and the shim surface. Record and check the readings. Refer to Valve Clearance Check . Adjust the clearances as necessary.
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  5. Install the right-hand valve cover. Refer to Valve Cover RH - VIN Range: G00442->G45170 . See Valve Cover RH - VIN Range: G45171->G99999 .
  6. Install the left-hand valve cover. Refer to Valve Cover LH - VIN Range: G00442->G45170 . See Valve Cover LH - VIN Range: G45171->G99999 .
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