Adjusting Valve Lash

Adjusting Valve Lash - EuroV MBE900
Adjust valve lash as follows:
  1. If adjustment is needed, loosen the locknut. See figure below for intake valves and exhaust valves. Use the exact settings listed in "Valve Lash Checking and Adjustment" table in the "Adjust To" column.

    Fig. 1, Intake Valves

    Fig. 2, Exhaust Valves

    Valve Lash Checking and Adjustment
    Valve Type Check For:‪ Adjust to:‪
    Intake 0.30 to 0.60 mm (0.012 to 0.024 in.)‪ 40 mm (0.016 in.)‪
    Exhaust 0.50 to 0.80 mm (0.020 to 0.032 in.)‪ 60 mm (0.024 in.)
    1. Turn the adjusting screw until the valve lash is correct using the exact settings listed in "Valve Lash Checking and Adjustment" table, above. Use the range only for checking adjustment.
    2. Tighten the locknut 25 N·m (18 lb·ft ).
    3. Check the valve lash again. Adjust again if necessary.
    Note:
    Parent topic: Required Maintenance Operations
    Document Number: 0000035911
    Manual Publication Date: 2024-01-05
    Topic Publication Date: 2023-04-12