RAV4 4-Door 4WD L4-2.0L (3S-FE) (1997)
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Valve: Adjustments
ADJUST VALVE CLEARANCE
1. Remove the adjusting shim.
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Turn the crankshaft to position the cam lobe of the camshaft on the adjusting valve points upward.
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Position the notch of the valve lifter facing the spark plug side.
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Using Special Service Tool (SST) (A) Valve Lifter Press # 09248 - 05410 or equivalent, press down the valve lifter and place SST (B) Valve
Lifter Stopper or equivalent between the camshaft and valve lifter. Remove SST (A).
NOTE: Apply SST (B) at slight angle on the side marked with "9", at the position shown in the illustration.
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Remove the adjusting shim with a small screwdriver and magnetic finger.
