Mystique L4-122 2.0L DOHC VIN 3 SFI (1995)
Remove the valve cover.
1
Disconnect the HT wires from the spark plugs.
2
Disconnect the crankcase ventilation hose.
3
Remove the 10 bolts.
8. Loosen the right-hand front wheel nuts.
9. Raise and support the vehicle.
10. Remove the right-hand front wheel.
11. CAUTION: Only turn the engine by the crankshaft and in the normal direction of rotation.
Set the crankshaft to TDC on cylinder No. 1
12. CAUTION: Do not rotate the engine.
NOTE: The Variable Camshaft Timing (VCT) unit has no function when the engine is switched off.
Using an open-ended wrench, gently turn the exhaust camshaft by the hexagon in the normal direction of rotation until the VCT unit reaches its
stop.
13. CAUTION: Make a note of the measured valve clearances by cylinder and valve.
Measure the valve clearances with a feeler gauge.
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Permissible valve clearance: intake 0.11-0.18 mm at 20°C±5°C
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Permissible valve clearance: exhaust 0.27-0.34 mm at 20°C±5°C