Civic Sedan L4-1.5L SOHC (16 valve) (1995)
Valve Clearance: Adjustments
VALVE CLEARANCE ADJUSTMENT
NOTE: Valves should be adjusted only when the cylinder head temperature is less than 100°F (38°C). Adjustment is the same for intake and exhaust
valves.
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After adjusting, Retorque the crankshaft pulley bolt to 181 Nm (134 ft. lbs.).
1. Remove the cylinder head cover.
2. Set the No. 1 piston at TDC. "UP" mark on the camshaft pulley should be at top, and TDC marks should align with the cylinder head surface. The
crankshaft pulley should be at TDC.
3. Adjust valves on No. 1 cylinder.
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Intake: 0.18-0.22 mm (0.007-0.009 inch)
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Exhaust: 0.23-0.27 mm (0.009-0.011 inch)
4. Loosen the locknut, and turn the adjustment screw until the feeler gauge slides back and forth with a slight amount of drag.