Outback F6-3.0L DOHC (2006)
6. Select a shim of suitable thickness using measured valve clearance and shim thickness, by referring to the following table.
EXHAUST SIDE
CAUTION:
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Adjustment of valve clearance should be performed while engine is cold.
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Do not wear gloves during removal and installation of valve lifter.
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Do not use a valve lifter which got high impact due to drop, etc.
1. Measure all valve clearances.
NOTE: Record each valve clearance after it has been measured.
2. Remove the camshaft.
3. Remove the valve lifter.
4. Measure the thickness of valve lifter with a micrometer.
