Outback F6-3.0L (2003)
7. Remove fuel pipe protector LH.
8. Disconnect fuel injector connectors. (A)
9. Disconnect front oxygen (A/F) sensor connector. (B)
10. Remove ignition coils.
11. Remove rocker cover LH.
9. Using the ST, turn the crankshaft clockwise. Adjust the camshaft position so that the cam lobe is perpendicular to the shim as shown in the figure.
ST 18252AA000 CRANKSHAFT SOCKET
10. Measure intake valve and exhaust valve clearances by using thickness gauge (A).
CAUTION: Insert the thickness gauge in as horizontal a direction as possible with respect to the shim.
Valve clearance:
Intake: 020 mm +0.04/-0.06 mm (0.0079 inch +0.0016/-0.0024)
Exhaust: 0.25 +/- 0.05 mm (0.0098 +/- 0.0020 inch)
NOTE: If the measured value is not within specification, take notes of the value in order to adjust the valve clearance later on.
11. If necessary, adjust the valve clearance.
12. Further turn crankshaft pulley clockwise. Using the same procedure described previously, then measure valve clearances again.
13. After inspection, install the related parts in the reverse order of removal.