Rodeo LS 4WD V6-3.2L (1998)
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The feeler gauges slide through the clearance gap at a slight angle, making the drag a little more than it would be on other engines.
4. For valves with the correct clearance, draw an "X" in the appropriate circle on the Valve Inspection Chart. For valves with incorrect clearances,
write down the clearance you measured in the circle.
5. Rotate the camshaft pulley until the dual timing dots (exhaust camshaft) and single timing dot (intake camshaft) align with the timing dots on the
camshaft drive gear.
6. Lock the camshaft gear to its subgear with a 5 x 0.5 mm bolt through either side of the hole in the gears. This holds the spring-loaded subgear in
place so you can remove the camshaft. Do this for each camshaft you need to remove.
7. Remove the camshaft bearing caps, noting the location and direction of each cap.
8. Remove the camshaft(s).
9. For each valve needing adjustment, do steps 10 thru 13.
10. Insert a pick or a small screwdriver into the tappet notch, and pry out the shim.
11. Wipe oft the shim, then write its number on the Valve Inspection Chart for that valve and cylinder. If there is no number on the shim, measure its
thickness with a micrometer, and write down the measurement on the Valve Inspection Chart.
12. Follow the directions on the Valve Shim Replacement Chart to select the correct shim.
