Adjusting valve clearance - exhaust

Adjusting valve clearance - exhaust

Proceed in the same way as for the intake valves taking care not to move the shaft when replacing the caps. The shaft should be lifted without moving the chain in relation to the toothed wheel.

• Tighten the timing chain (see specific paragraph).
• Check the valve clearance again and adjust the timing (see specific paragraph).
• Refit all the components by reversing the procedures followed for removal.

CHECKING TIMING CHAIN TENSION

• Remove the timing cover (see CHECKING AND ADJUSTING VALVE CLEARANCE).

1. Loosen the screws securing the chain tensioner.

• Engage the highest gear, move the vehicle forward and keeping the vehicle is such a position that the chain stays taught, lock the screw securing the chain tensioner.