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Lifter / Lash Adjuster, Valve|Testing and Inspection > < Camshaft, Engine|Journal|Page 2802
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Lifter / Lash Adjuster: Specifications

GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS 

Tappet Diameter ....................................................................................................................................................  22.2-22.212 mm (0.8740-0.8745 inch)
Tappet to Bore Clearance ......................................................................................................................................  0.018-0.069 mm (0.0007-0.0027 inch)
Service Limit .................................................................................................................................................................................  0.127 mm (0.005 inch)
Hydraulic Lifter Leakdown Rate for 1/16 in Travel ....................................................................................................................................  10-50 seconds
Collapsed Tappet Gap Allowable .............................................................................................................................  1.803-4.343 mm (0.071-0.171 inch)
Collapsed Tappet Gap Desired .................................................................................................................................  2.311-3.385 mm (0.091-0.151 inch)

TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS

Valve Tappet Guide Plate Retainer Bolts ..................................................................................................................................  8-12 Nm (71-106 in. lbs.)

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