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Valve Clearance

NOTE: Elantra and Sonata are equipped with hydraulic lash adjusters; no adjustments are required.
VALVE LIFTER APPLICATION

Application Lifter Type
1.5L Mechanical
1.6L Hydraulic
1.8L Hydraulic
2.0L Hydraulic
3.0L Hydraulic
VALVE CLEARANCE SPECIFICATIONS

Application (1) In. (mm)
Excel
Intake .006 (.15)
Exhaust .010 (.25)
Scoupe
Intake .010 (.25)
Exhaust .012 (.30)
(1) Adjust valves with engine at normal operating temperature.