Frontier XE King Cab 2WD L4-2.4L (KA24DE) (2000)
a. Using a micrometer determine thickness of removed shim.
b. Calculate thickness of new adjusting shim so valve clearance comes within specified values.
R = Thickness of removed shim
N = Thickness of new shim
M = Measured valve clearance
Intake & Exhaust: N = R + [M - 0.37 mm (0.0146 inch)]
Shims are available in thicknesses from 1.96 mm (0.0772 inch) to 2.68 mm (0.1055 inch), in steps of 0.02 mm (0.0008 inch).
c. Select new shim with thickness as close as possible to calculated value. Refer to Engine; Specifications or Valve Shim; Application and ID.
9. Install new shim using a suitable tool.
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Install with the surface on which the thickness is stamped facing down.
10. Place Tool (A) as mentioned in steps 2 and 3.
11. Remove Tool (B).
12. Remove Tool (A).
13. Recheck valve clearance. Refer to Testing and Inspection.