Legacy Outback VDC Wagon AWD F6-3.0L (2001)
Valve Clearance: Adjustments
B: ADJUSTMENT
CAUTION: Adjustment of valve clearance should be performed while engine is cold.
1. Measure all valve clearances.
NOTE: Record each valve clearance after it has been measured.
2. Remove shim from valve lifter.
1. Prepare the ST. See: Engine, Cooling and Exhaust/Engine/Tools and Equipment
ST 18329AA000 SHIM REPLACER
2. Rotate the notch of the valve lifter outward by 45°.
3. Adjust SHIM REPLACER notch to valve lifter and set it.
NOTE: When setting, be careful SHIM REPLACER edge does not touch shim.
4. Tighten bolt (A) and install it to the cylinder head.