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Valve Clearance: Specifications

Use a feeler gauge to measure the clearance of each valve and record its location. A midrange clearance is the most desirable:

Engines built through 10/09/08

Intake:........................................................................................................................................................................................0.15-0.25 mm (0.006-0.01 in)
Exhaust:...........................................................................................................................................................................0.300-0.400 mm (0.0118-0.0157 in)

Engines built 10/10/08 and after

Intake:........................................................................................................................................................................................0.15-0.25 mm (0.006-0.01 in)
Exhaust:...........................................................................................................................................................................0.360-0.460 mm (0.0142-0.0181 in)

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