Vanagon L4-1588cc 1.6L DSL SOHC (1983)
Lifter / Lash Adjuster: Testing and Inspection
Hydraulic Valve Lifters, Checking
NOTE:
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Always place removed valve lifter on a clean surface with the contact surface facing downward (camshaft side).
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Always replace complete valve lifter (cannot be adjusted and/Or repaIred)
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Unusual noise from the valve while starting is normal.
- start engine and let run until radiator fan comes on at least once
- increase and hold engine speed at approximately 2500 rpm for two minutes
If valve lifter is still noisy.
- remove cylinder cover
- turn crankshaft at pullev bolt clockwise until cam lobes of cylinder to be checked point upward
- using light pressure, press down against valve lifter with suitable wood stick
^ if valve lifter can be pushed down more than 0.1 mm (0.004 in.), replace lifter
