Civic L4-1668cc 1.7L SOHC MFI (2003)
Valve Guide: Testing and Inspection
Inspection
1. Slide the valve out of its guide about 10 mm, then measure the guide-to-stem clearance with a dial indicator while rocking the stem in the direction
of normal thrust (wobble method).
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If the measurement exceeds the service limit, recheck it using a new valve.
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If the measurement is now within the service limit, reassemble using a new valve.
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If the measurement with a new valve still exceeds the service limit, go to step 2.
Intake Valve Stem-to-Guide Clearance
Standard (New): 0.04 - 0.10 mm (0.002 - 0.004 inch)
Service Limit: 0.16 mm (0.006 inch)
Exhaust Valve Stem-to-Guide Clearance
Standard (New): 0.10 - 0.16 mm (0.004 - 0.006 inch)
Service Limit: 0.22 mm (0.009 inch)
2. Subtract the O.D. of the valve stem, measured with a micrometer, from the I.D. of the valve guide, measured with an inside micrometer or ball
gauge. Take the measurements in three places along the valve stem and three places inside the valve guide. The difference between the largest
guide measurement and the smallest stem measurement should not exceed the service limit.
Intake Valve Stem-to-Guide Clearance
Standard (New): 0.02 - 0.05 mm (0.0008 - 0.0020 inch)
Service Limit: 0.08 mm (0.003 inch)
Exhaust Valve Stem-to-Guide Clearance
Standard (New): 0.05 - 0.08 mm (0.0020 - 0.0031 inch)
Service Limit: 0.11 mm (0.004 inch)
