PROCEDURE
INSPECT NO. 1 VALVE ROCKER ARM SUB-ASSEMBLY
Turn the roller by hand to check that it turns smoothly.
Tech Tips
If the roller does not turn smoothly, replace the No. 1 valve rocker arm sub-assembly.
INSPECT VALVE LASH ADJUSTER ASSEMBLY
Note
Keep the valve lash adjuster assembly free from dirt and foreign matter.
Only use clean engine oil.
Place the valve lash adjuster assembly into a container filled with engine oil.
| *a | Tapered Path |
| *b | Plunger |
| *c | Check Ball |
| *d | Correct |
| *e | Incorrect |
| *f | Low Pressure Chamber |
| *g | High Pressure Chamber |
Insert the tip of SST into the plunger and use the tip to press down on the check ball inside the plunger.
Squeeze SST and the valve lash adjuster assembly together to move the plunger up and down 5 to 6 times.
Check the movement of the plunger and bleed any air.
| OK |
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| Plunger moves up and down. |
Note
When bleeding the air from the high-pressure chamber, make sure that the tip of SST is pressing the check ball as shown in the illustration. If the check ball is not pressed, air will not bleed.
After bleeding the air, remove SST. Then try to quickly and firmly press the plunger by hand.
| OK |
|---|
| Plunger is very difficult to move. |
Tech Tips
If the plunger is easy to move, replace the valve lash adjuster assembly.
INSPECT CAMSHAFT
Inspect the camshaft for runout.
Place the camshaft on V-blocks.
Using a dial indicator, measure the runout at the center journal.
| Maximum Runout |
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| 0.04 mm (0.00157 in.) |
Tech Tips
If the runout is more than the maximum, replace the camshaft.
Check the oil clearance after replacing the camshaft.
Using a micrometer, measure the cam lobe height.
| Standard Cam Lobe Height | ||||||||
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| Minimum Cam Lobe Height | ||||||||
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Tech Tips
If the cam lobe height is less than the minimum, replace the camshaft.
Using a micrometer, measure the journal diameter.
| Standard Journal Diameter | ||||||||
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INSPECT CYLINDER HEAD SET BOLT
| *a | Measurement Point |
| *b | 100 mm |
Using a vernier caliper, measure the diameter of the threads at the measurement point.
| Standard Diameter |
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| 10.85 to 11.00 mm (0.427 to 0.433 in.) |
| Minimum Diameter |
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| 10.70 mm (0.421 in.) |
| Measurement Point (Distance from the Seat) |
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| 100 mm (3.94 in.) |
Tech Tips
If the diameter is less than the minimum, replace the cylinder head set bolt. Failure to do so may lead to engine damage.
If there is any thread deformation, replace the cylinder head set bolt with a new one.
INSPECT CHAIN SUB-ASSEMBLY
| *a | Measurement Length |
Using a spring scale, pull the chain sub-assembly with a force of 147 N (15 kgf, 33.0 lbf) as shown in the illustration.
Using a vernier caliper, measure the length of 15 links.
| Maximum Chain Elongation |
|---|
| 137.8 mm (5.43 in.) |
Tech Tips
Perform the measurement at 3 random places. Use the average of the measurements.
If the average elongation is more than the maximum, replace the chain sub-assembly.
INSPECT NO. 2 CHAIN SUB-ASSEMBLY
| *a | Measurement Length |
Using a spring scale, pull the No. 2 chain sub-assembly with a force of 147 N (15 kgf, 33.0 lbf) as shown in the illustration.
Using a vernier caliper, measure the length of 15 links.
| Maximum Chain Elongation |
|---|
| 137.8 mm (5.43 in.) |
Tech Tips
Perform the measurement at 3 random places. Use the average of the measurements.
If the average elongation is more than the maximum, replace the No. 2 chain sub-assembly.
INSPECT CRANKSHAFT TIMING SPROCKET
Place the chain sub-assembly around the crankshaft timing sprocket.
Using a vernier caliper, measure the diameter of the crankshaft timing sprocket with the chain sub-assembly.
| Maximum Sprocket Diameter (with Chain Sub-assembly) |
|---|
| 62.2 mm (2.45 in.) |
Tech Tips
The vernier caliper must contact the chain rollers when measuring.
If the diameter is more than the maximum, replace the chain sub-assembly and crankshaft timing sprocket.
INSPECT IDLE SPROCKET ASSEMBLY
Place the chain sub-assembly around the idle sprocket assembly.
Using a vernier caliper, measure the diameter of the idle sprocket assembly with the chain sub-assembly.
| Maximum Sprocket Diameter (with Chain Sub-assembly) |
|---|
| 65.2 mm (2.57 in.) |
Tech Tips
The vernier caliper must contact the chain rollers when measuring.
If the diameter is more than the maximum, replace the chain sub-assembly and idle sprocket assembly.
INSPECT NO. 1 IDLE GEAR SHAFT OIL CLEARANCE
Using a micrometer, measure the diameter of the No. 1 idle gear shaft.
| Standard No. 1 Idle Gear Shaft Diameter |
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| 22.987 to 23.000 mm (0.905 to 0.906 in.) |
Using a caliper gauge, measure the inside diameter of the idle sprocket assembly.
| Standard Idle Sprocket Assembly Inside Diameter |
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| 23.020 to 23.030 mm (0.906 to 0.907 in.) |
Subtract the No. 1 idle gear shaft diameter measurement from the idle sprocket assembly inside diameter measurement.
| Standard Oil Clearance |
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| 0.020 to 0.043 mm (0.000787 to 0.00169 in.) |
| Maximum Oil Clearance |
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| 0.093 mm (0.00366 in.) |
Tech Tips
If the oil clearance is more than the maximum, replace the No. 1 idle gear shaft and idle sprocket assembly.
INSPECT NO. 1 CHAIN TENSIONER ASSEMBLY
| *a | Plunger |
| *b | Stopper Plate |
Turn the stopper plate clockwise to release the lock. Push the plunger and check that it moves smoothly.
Tech Tips
If the plunger does not move smoothly, replace the No. 1 chain tensioner assembly.
INSPECT NO. 2 CHAIN TENSIONER ASSEMBLY
| *a | Depth |
Check that the plunger moves smoothly.
Using a vernier caliper, measure the wear depth of the No. 2 chain tensioner assembly.
| Maximum Depth |
|---|
| 1.0 mm (0.0394 in.) |
Tech Tips
If the depth is more than the maximum, replace the No. 2 chain tensioner assembly.
INSPECT NO. 3 CHAIN TENSIONER ASSEMBLY
| *a | Depth |
Check that the plunger moves smoothly.
Using a vernier caliper, measure the wear depth of the No. 3 chain tensioner assembly.
| Maximum Depth |
|---|
| 1.0 mm (0.0394 in.) |
Tech Tips
If the depth is more than the maximum, replace the No. 3 chain tensioner assembly.
INSPECT CHAIN TENSIONER SLIPPER
| *a | Depth |
Measure the wear depth of the chain tensioner slipper.
| Maximum Depth |
|---|
| 1.0 mm (0.0394 in.) |
Tech Tips
If the depth is more than the maximum, replace the chain tensioner slipper.
INSPECT NO. 1 CHAIN VIBRATION DAMPER
| *a | Depth |
Using a vernier caliper, measure the wear depth of the No. 1 chain vibration damper.
| Maximum Depth |
|---|
| 1.0 mm (0.0394 in.) |
Tech Tips
If the depth is more than the maximum, replace the No. 1 chain vibration damper.
INSPECT NO. 2 CHAIN VIBRATION DAMPER
| *a | Depth |
Using a vernier caliper, measure the wear depth of the No. 2 chain vibration damper.
| Maximum Depth |
|---|
| 1.0 mm (0.0394 in.) |
Tech Tips
If the depth is more than the maximum, replace the No. 2 chain vibration damper.
INSPECT CAMSHAFT THRUST CLEARANCE
Inspect the camshaft thrust clearance (for Bank 1).
Install the camshaft.
Install the No. 2 camshaft.
Using a dial indicator, measure the thrust clearance while moving each camshaft back and forth.
| Standard Thrust Clearance |
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| 0.08 to 0.13 mm (0.00315 to 0.00512 in.) |
| Maximum Thrust Clearance |
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| 0.18 mm (0.00709 in.) |
Tech Tips
If the thrust clearance is more than the maximum, replace the camshaft housing sub-assembly.
If the thrust surface is damaged, replace the camshaft or No. 2 camshaft.
Inspect the camshaft thrust clearance (for Bank 2).
Install the No. 3 camshaft sub-assembly.
Install the No. 4 camshaft sub-assembly.
Using a dial indicator, measure the thrust clearance while moving each camshaft back and forth.
| Standard Thrust Clearance |
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| 0.08 to 0.13 mm (0.00315 to 0.00512 in.) |
| Maximum Thrust Clearance |
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| 0.18 mm (0.00709 in.) |
Tech Tips
If the thrust clearance is more than the maximum, replace the camshaft housing sub-assembly LH.
If the thrust surface is damaged, replace the No. 3 camshaft sub-assembly or No. 4 camshaft sub-assembly.
INSPECT CAMSHAFT OIL CLEARANCE
for Bank 1:
Clean the camshaft bearing caps, camshaft housing sub-assembly and camshaft journals.
Place the camshafts onto the camshaft housing sub-assembly.
| *a | Plastigage |
Lay a strip of Plastigage across each camshaft journal.
Install the camshaft bearing caps.
Note
Do not turn the camshaft.
Remove the camshaft bearing caps.
| *a | Plastigage |
| *b | No. 1 Journal |
| *c | No. 2 journal |
| *d | No. 3 journal |
| *e | No. 4 journal |
| *f | No. 5 journal |
Measure the Plastigage at its widest point.
| Standard Oil Clearance | ||||||||
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| Maximum Oil Clearance | ||||||||
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Tech Tips
If the oil clearance is more than the maximum, replace the camshaft or No. 2 camshaft.
If necessary, replace the camshaft housing sub-assembly.
for Bank 2:
Clean the camshaft bearing caps, camshaft housing sub-assembly LH and camshaft journals.
Place the camshafts on the camshaft housing sub-assembly LH.
| *a | Plastigage |
Lay a strip of Plastigage across each camshaft journal.
Install the camshaft bearing caps.
Note
Do not turn the camshaft.
Remove the camshaft bearing caps.
| *a | Plastigage |
| *b | No. 1 Journal |
| *c | Other Journals |
Measure the Plastigage at its widest point.
| Standard Oil Clearance | ||||||
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| Maximum Oil Clearance | ||||||
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Tech Tips
If the oil clearance is more than the maximum, replace the No. 3 camshaft sub-assembly or No. 4 camshaft sub-assembly.
If necessary, replace the camshaft housing sub-assembly LH.
INSPECT INTAKE MANIFOLD
| *a | Cylinder Head Side |
| *b | Surge Tank Side |
Cylinder head side:
Using a precision straightedge and feeler gauge, check the surface which contacts the cylinder head sub-assembly and cylinder head LH for warpage.
| Maximum Warpage |
|---|
| 0.1 mm (0.00394 in.) |
Tech Tips
If the warpage is more than the maximum, replace the intake manifold.
Surge tank side:
Using a precision straightedge and feeler gauge, check the surface which contacts the intake air surge tank assembly for warpage.
| Maximum Warpage |
|---|
| 0.1 mm (0.00394 in.) |
Tech Tips
If the warpage is more than the maximum, replace the intake manifold.
INSPECT EXHAUST MANIFOLD
Using a precision straightedge and feeler gauge, check the surface which contacts the cylinder head sub-assembly and cylinder head LH for warpage.
| Maximum Warpage |
|---|
| 0.7 mm (0.0276 in.) |
Tech Tips
If the warpage is more than the maximum, replace the exhaust manifold.