Corolla L4-1.8L (1ZZ-FE) (2004)
i.
Tie the timing chain with a string as shown in the illustration.
NOTICE: Be careful not to drop anything inside the timing chain cover.
j.
Remove the valve lifters.
k. Using a micrometer, measure the thickness of the removed lifter.
l.
Calculate the thickness of a new lifter so that the valve clearance comes within the specified value.
A Thickness of new lifter
B Thickness of used lifter
C Measured valve clearance
Valve clearance:
Intake A = B + (C - 0.20 mm (0.0079 inch)
Exhaust A = B + (C - 0.30 mm (0.0118 inch)
HINT:
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Select a new lifter with a thickness as close as possible to the calculated values.
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Lifter are available in 35 sizes in increments of 0.020 mm (0.0008 inch), from 5.060 mm (0.1992 inch) to 5.740 mm (0.2260 inch).
m. As shown in the illustration, install the timing chain on the camshaft timing gear, with the painted links aligned with the timing marks on the
camshaft timing sprocket.