Checking/Adjusting Valve Operating Clearances - BMW R 1100 RT Repair Manual

Checking/adjusting valve operating
clearances
(Inspection I, II, III)
•
Check valve clearance with feeler gauge and, if
necessary, correct with adjusting nut/lock.
Adjust valve clearances with the engine cold
(max. 35°C):
Inlet .......................................... 0.15 mm ( 0.006 in)
Exhaust .................................... 0.30 mm (0.012 in )
X
Tightening torque:
Locknut .......................................................... 8 Nm
•
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.
•
Assemble in reverse order
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Caution:
Make sure that gasket is correctly seated. Gaskets
and sealing faces must be free from oil or grease
X
Tightening torqu
Cover screw ................................................... 8 Nm
Spark plug (without lubricant) ....................... 20 Nm
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