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Valve Clearance

VALVE CLEARANCE SPECIFICATIONS

Application In. (mm)
Except Esteem (1.6L) & Vitara (1.6L) (1)
Esteem (1.6L) & Vitara (1.6L)
Cold (2)
Intake .005-.007 (.13-.17)
Exhaust .009-.011 (.23-.27)
Hot (3)
Intake .007-.008 (.17-.21)
Exhaust .011-.013 (.28-.32)
(1) Hydraulic valve lash adjusters are used and no adjustment is required.
(2) Cold adjustment is done when engine temperature is 59-77°F (15-25°C).
(3) Hot adjustment is done when engine temperature is 140-154°F (60-68°C).