Adjusting Valve Clearances - BMW R 1200 C Repair Manual

Adjusting valve clearances

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Set piston to TDC on the ignition stroke.
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Measure valve clearance with feeler gauge.
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Correct valve clearance with adjusting screw and
lock into position.
Valve clearances with engine cold
(max. 35 °C/95 °F):
Inlet ........................................... 0.15 mm (0.006 in)
Exhaust ..................................... 0.30 mm (0.012 in)
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Tightening torque:
Locknut .......................................................... 8 Nm
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Check valve clearance again; it must be possible
to insert the feeler gauge between valve stem
and rocker with only slight resistance to move-
ment.
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