Versa L4-1.6L (HR16DE) (2010)
Valve Clearance: Service and Repair
CAMSHAFT VALVE CLEARANCE
Inspection and Adjustment
INSPECTION
Perform inspection as follows after removal, installation or replacement of camshaft or valve-related parts, or if there is unusual engine conditions
regarding valve clearance.
1. Remove rocker cover. See: Powertrain Management/Ignition System/Ignition Coil/Service and Repair/Exploded View.
2. Measure the valve clearance with the following procedure:
a. Set No. 1 cylinder at TDC of its compression stroke.
B : White paint mark (Not use for service)
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Rotate crankshaft pulley (2) clockwise and align TDC mark
(without paint mark) (A) to timing indicator (1) on front cover.
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At the same time, make sure that both intake and exhaust cam noses of No. 1 cylinder face inside as shown.
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If they do not face inside, rotate crankshaft pulley once more
(360 degrees) and align as shown.