Vibe FWD L4-2.4L (2009)
Valve Clearance: Adjustments
Valve Clearance Adjustment
Valve Clearance Inspection
1. Remove the engine under right cover.
2. Remove the engine cover. Refer to Engine Cover Replacement (See: Service and Repair/Removal and Replacement/Engine Cover Replacement).
3. Remove the ignition coil assembly. Refer to Ignition Coil Replacement (See: Powertrain Management/Ignition System/Ignition Coil/Service and
Repair).
4. Remove the spark plug. Refer to Spark Plug Replacement (See: Tune-up and Engine Performance Checks/Spark Plug/Service and Repair).
5. Remove the cylinder head cover. Refer to Camshaft Cover Replacement (See: Valve Cover/Service and Repair).
6. Set No. 1 cylinder to TDC/compression.
7. Check only the valves indicated.
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Using a feeler gauge, measure the clearance between the valve lifter and camshaft.
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Record any out-of-specification valve clearance measurements. They will be used later to determine the required replacement valve clearance
lifters.
8. Turn the crankshaft 1 revolution (360°) and set the No. 4 cylinder to TDC/compression.