Rodeo LS 4WD V6-3.2L (1998)
2. Measure the valve spring squareness with a steel square and replace the valve springs if the measured value exceeds the specified limit.
Limit: 2 mm (0.079 inch)
3. Using a spring tester to compress the springs to the installed height, measure the compressed spring tension, and replace the springs if the
measured tension is below the specified limit.
At installed height: 35.0 mm (1.38 inch)
Standard: 196 N (44 lbs.)
Limit: Less than 181 N (41 lbs.)
Valve Guide
CAUTION: Take care not to damage the valve seat contact surface, when removing carbon adhering to the valve head. Carefully inspect the valve
stem for scratches or abnormal wear. If these conditions are present, the valve and the valve guide must be replaced as a set.
1. Measure the valve stem diameter with a micrometer. If the valve stem diameter is less than the specified limit, the valve and the valve guide must
be replaced as a set.
Diameter of Valve Stem
Intake
Standard: 5.977 mm - 5.959 mm (0.2353 inch - 0.2346 inch)
Limit: 5.90 mm (0.2323 inch)
Exhaust
Standard: 5.952 mm - 5.970 mm (0.2343 inch - 0.2350 inch)
Limit: 5.90 mm (0.2323 inch)
2. Measure the inside diameter of the valve guide with a micrometer. Subtract the measured outer diameter of the valve stem from the measured inner
diameter of the valve guide. If the value exceeds the specified limit, the valve and the valve guide must be replaced as a set.
Inside Diameter of the Vale Guide
Inlet clearance
