Kia Forte BD Quiz
Maintenance

Valve Clearance

In this manual: Maintenance
General Information — 8Maintenance — 32Engine Mechanical System — 47Engine Electrical System — 17Emission Control System — 10Engine Control System/Fuel System — 32Clutch System — 11Manual Transmission — 11DCT (Dual Clutch Transmission) System — 16Drive Shaft and Axle — 8Suspension System — 26Steering — 9Restraints — 11Brake System — 27Body (Interior and Exterior) — 119Body Electrical System — 98Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning — 27
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Repair Procedures

Inspection

[Gamma 1.6 MPI/T-GDI]

Check the valve clearance.

If necessary, adjust the valve clearance by replacing the tappets.

  • To inspect and adjust the valve clearances.

    [Gamma 1.6 MPI/T-GDI]

    (See Engine Mechanical System - Valve Clearance Adjustment)

    [Gamma 1.6 T-GDI]

    (See Engine Mechanical System - Valve Clearance Adjustment)

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