Valve Guide

1995 Honda Prelude L4-2.3L DOHCSECTION Valve Guide
Cylinder Head Warpage Limit 0.002 inches
Cylinder Head Minimum Thickness 5.195 inches
Valve Guides:
Standard Inside Diameter 0.260-0.261 inches
Stem To Guide Clearance:
Intake 0.003-0.004 inches
Exhaust 0.006-0.007 inches

Valve Seats:
Seat Angle, Degrees 45
Seat Width:
Intake 0.049-0.061 inches
Exhaust 0.049-0.061 inches

RENDER: 1.0x

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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.
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