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2003/01/23 Engine Valve Lash - Inspect/Adjust (RENR2416)
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Illustration 1 g00939480
Cylinder and valve location
(A) Inlet valve
(B) Exhaust valve
If the valve lash requires adjustment several times in a short period of time, excessive wear exists in a different part of the engine. Find the problem
and make necessary repairs in order to prevent more damage to the engine.
Not enough valve lash can be the cause of rapid wear of the camshaft and valve lifters. Not enough valve lash can indicate that the seats for the
valves are worn.
Valves become worn due to the following causes:
Fuel injection nozzles that operate incorrectly
Excessive dirt and oil are present on the filters for the inlet air.
Incorrect fuel settings on the fuel injection pump.
The load capacity of the engine is frequently exceeded.
Too much valve lash can cause broken valve stems, springs, and spring retainers. Too much valve lash can be an indication of the following
problems:
Worn camshaft and valve lifters
Worn rocker arms
Bent pushrods
Broken socket on the upper end of a pushrod
Loose adjustment screw for the valve lash
If the camshaft and valve lifters show rapid wear, look for fuel in the lubrication oil or dirty lubrication oil as a possible cause.
Valve Lash Check

An adjustment is NOT NECESSARY if the measurement of the valve lash is in the acceptable range. Check the valve lash while the engine is
stopped. The temperature of the engine does not change the valve lash setting.
If the measurement is not within the acceptable clearance, adjustment is necessary. Refer to "Valve Lash Adjustment".
Valve Lash Adjustment

Inlet Valves Exhaust Valves
Valve Lash 0.20 mm (0.008 inch) 0.45 mm (0.018 inch)
TC Compression Stroke 1-2-4 1-3-5
TC Exhaust Stroke (1)
3-5-6 2-4-6
Firing Order 1-5-3-6-2-4
(2)
Table 1
(1)
(2) 360° from TC compression stroke
The No. 1 Cylinder is at the front of the engine.
Illustration 2 g00323903
Setting the valve lash
(1) Adjustment screw
(2) Feeler gauge
Accidental engine starting can cause injury or death to personnel.
To prevent accidental engine starting, turn the ignition switch to the

OFF position and place a do not operate tag at the ignition switch
location.
1. Remove the valve mechanism cover. Refer to Disassembly and Assembly, "Valve Mechanism Cover - Remove" For the removal procedure.
2. Rotate the crankshaft in the direction of engine rotation until the inlet valve of the No. 6 cylinder has opened and the exhaust valve of the No.
6 cylinder has not completely closed. The engine is now at TC compression stroke.
TC Compression Stroke Inlet Valves Exhaust Valves
Cylinders 1-2-4 1-3-5
Table 2
3. Measure the valve lash for the valve when the engine is at TC compression stroke according to Table 2. If necessary, make an adjustment to
the valves according to Table 2.
a. Loosen the valve adjustment screw locknut that is on the adjustment screw (1).
b. Place an appropriate feeler gauge (2) between the rocker arm and the valve. Turn the adjustment screw (1) while the valve adjustment
screw locknut is being held from turning. Adjust the valve lash until the correct specification is achieved.
c. After each adjustment, tighten the valve adjustment screw locknut while you hold the valve adjustment screw (1) from turning.
4. Rotate the crankshaft in the direction of engine rotation to TC exhaust stroke (360° from TC compression stroke).
TC Exhaust Stroke(1) Inlet Valves Exhaust Valves
Cylinders 3-5-6 2-4-6
Table 3
(1)
360° from TC compression stroke
5. Measure the valve lash for the valves when the engine is at TC exhaust stroke according to Table 3. If necessary, make an adjustment to the
valves according to Table 3.
a. Loosen the valve adjustment screw locknut that is on the adjustment screw (1).
b. Place an appropriate feeler gauge (2) between the rocker arm and the valve. Turn the adjustment screw (1) while the valve adjustment
screw locknut is being held from turning. Adjust the valve lash until the correct specification is achieved.
c. After each adjustment, tighten the valve adjustment screw locknut while you hold the valve adjustment screw (1) from turning.
6. Install the valve mechanism cover. Refer to Disassembly and Assembly, "Valve Mechanism Cover - Install" for the installation procedure.
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2003/01/23 Engine Valve Lash - Inspect/Adjust (RENR2416)

SMCS - 1102 i01854567

Valves become worn due to the following causes:

Fuel injection nozzles that operate incorrectly

Incorrect fuel settings on the fuel injection pump.

The load capacity of the engine is frequently exceeded.

Worn camshaft and valve lifters

Worn rocker arms

Broken socket on the upper end of a pushrod

Loose adjustment screw for the valve lash

Valve Lash Check

Valve Lash Adjustment

Accidental engine starting can cause injury or death to personnel.

To prevent accidental engine starting, turn the ignition switch to the

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