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valve clearances

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27 Sep 2011 07:13 #22651 by small-torque
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Hi there. Simple question to ask. I have a 2007 model jimny and wondered if anyone can tell me if the valve clearances are adjustable or hydraulic as my engine is starting to sound a bit tappety on fire up for a couple of minutes. Anyone?:whistle:

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27 Sep 2011 14:44 #22678 by facade
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Adjustable by flicking out shims and replacing them. Quite a lot of trouble.

If it sounds tappety when cold, it might be piston slap, just at startup check the timing chain tensioner is working.

Actually, a 2007 is a VVT engine: does it have 5/30 oil in it?
How many miles has it done?

If it suddenly breaks, go back to the last thing that you did before it broke and start looking there :)

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28 Sep 2011 05:41 #22706 by small-torque
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The engine has done 38000 miles and is due its service (actually 2000 miles overdue:blush: ). Not sure about oil. Is 5/30 the correct one to use then?
To check the timing chain tensioner, what do you suggest?
Any advise appreciated, I may just be worrying over nothing:S

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28 Sep 2011 17:52 #22736 by facade
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Get the oil and filter changed and see if the noise goes.

Suzukis don't like dirty oil, they will seize a cam in no time. :ohmy:

If it suddenly breaks, go back to the last thing that you did before it broke and start looking there :)

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