Valve Clearance: Adjustments

Fig. 14 Valve Identification. 8 Valve Engines:

Fig. 15 Valve Identification. 16 Valve Engines:

1. Disconnect battery ground cable, then remove cylinder head cover.
2. Rotate crankshaft clockwise using a 17 mm socket until "V" mark on pulley aligns with ``0'' calibration on timing belt cover.
3. Remove distributor cap and check rotor position. If rotor is pointing to No. 1 cylinder on distributor cap, check valve lash at valves 1, 2, 5 and 7, Figs. 14 and 15. If rotor is pointing to No. 4 cylinder on distributor cap, check valve lash at valves 3, 4, 6 and 8, Figs. 14 and 15.
4. If valve lash is out of specification, adjust as necessary. Use tappet adjuster wrench 09917-18210 or equivalent for 16 valve models.
5. Install cylinder head cover, then connect battery ground cable.