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Valve Spring: Testing and Inspection




Checking Installed Length of Valve Springs





1. Install Special Tool 9138/1 with the shims, spring retainer and both collets belonging to a pertinent valve.

2. Read distance on Special Tool 9138/1 and correct by installing or removing shims if applicable. Shims are available in thicknesses of 0.5 and 1.0 mm.

Intake valve 41.0 + 0.5 mm
Exhaust valve 40.0 + 0.5 mm