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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET1982CHEVETTE L4-111 1.8L DSLREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISPOWERTRAIN MANAGEMENTTUNE-UP AND ENGINE PERFORMANCE CHECKSVALVE CLEARANCEADJUSTMENTS
1982 Chevrolet Chevette L4-111 1.8L DSL
Valve Clearance: Adjustments
1982 Chevrolet Chevette L4-111 1.8L DSLSECTION Adjustments
Refer to ``Valve Clearance Specifications'' for specified intake and exhaust valve clearances.
1. Remove cam cover.
2. Inspect the rocker arm shaft bracket bolts for looseness and retorque as necessary.
3. Bring No. 1 cylinder to TDC on compression stroke.
4. Adjust valve clearances of cylinder No. 1, intake valve of No. 2 and exhaust valve of No. 3. Turn crankshaft one full revolution to bring cylinder No. 4 to TDC on compression stroke. Adjust clearances of cylinder No. 4, exhaust valve of No. 2 and intake valve of No. 3.
5. Reinstall cam cover.
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.