Valve Guide: Testing and Inspection

Valve guides, checking

Special tools and equipment
^ VW387 dial gauge holder
^ Dial indicator





^ Install valve into guide so end of valve stem is flush with end of guide.

CAUTION! Due to differences in valve stem diameter, make sure that only intake valves are used to check intake guides, and only exhaust valves are used to check exhaust guides.

^ Measure side play.








Wear limit

Note:
^ If wear limit is exceeded, remeasure using new valves. If wear limit is still exceeded, replace valve guide.
^ If valve is replaced during repair, use new valve for measurement.