Camry Solara SE L4-2164cc 2.2L DOHC (5S-FE) MFI (2000)
Valve Clearance: Adjustments
INSPECTION
HINT: Inspect and adjust the valve clearance when the engine is cold.
1. REMOVE CYLINDER HEAD COVER
a. Disconnect the 4 high-tension cords from the clamps on the cylinder head cover.
b. Disconnect the 4 high-tension cords from the spark plugs.
c. Disconnect the PCV hose from the intake manifold.
d. Disconnect the PCV hose from the cylinder head cover.
e. Disconnect the engine wire clamp from the mounting bolt of the No.2 timing belt cover.
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Remove the cylinder head cover.
2. SET NO.1 CYLINDER TO TDC/COMPRESSION
a. Turn the crankshaft pulley, and align its groove with timing mark "0" of the No.1 timing belt cover.
b. Check that the valve lifters on the No.1 cylinder are loose and valve lifters on the No.4 are tight.
If not, turn the crankshaft 1 revolution (360°) and align the mark as above.
3. INSPECT VALVE CLEARANCE
a. Check only the valves indicated.
1. Using a feeler gauge, measure the clearance between the valve lifter and camshaft.
2. Record the out-of-specification valve clearance measurements. They will be used later to determine the required replacement adjusting
shim.
Valve clearance (Cold):
b. Turn the crankshaft 1 revolution (360°) and align the mark as above.