Im taking a Auto Tech class. we just learned how to adjust valves and i wanted to do it on my 93 157k CX motor. I have the feeler gauge and all the nessesary tools to do the job. If i need help i have my teacher to help me out. But, is there anything i need to know before i go ahead and do this? And tips, help, guides, or advice. Positive and negative feedback are welcome. Thanks
Graham

 

It's easy. Just make sure your tools are clean.

 

I don't suppose you'd mind a quick "how-to" on valve adjustment now would ya? I've been meaning to check my valves (90k miles) and I'd like to have somebody whose done it give me a quick run through. I do have a feeler gauge already, any other specialized tools?

 

ill tell you guys how to do it tomorrow.

 

I have picked this up from a search i did on the hybrid board. I forget who said this bup it seemed to help a lot of people out. Also, these specs may not be for your motor. I believe they are for b16's but not totally sure. Here is what he said:

First you need the right tool -- do you?
Depending on what clearances you are going for, start out with the biggest size: Lets say you're doing .006-.007 - Start out with the .007, loosen the adjuster screw and insert the .007 then tighten it all the way until it won't come out, then loosen it until you can JUST pull it out. Then put the .006 in and start tightening until you can feel a slight tug. Then hold the adjustment screw in place (with whatever tool your using i.e., snap-on) and tighten the nut.

When you do it this way, since the .007 won't come out, then you know the clearance can't be too loose - and then you can play with until there is slight tug on the .006. And you know the clearance is not too tight since the .006 can be inserted.


Also, be sure not to angle the tool when you pull it out, try pulling out at as straight as an angle is possible - and it also takes patience, sometimes when you tighten the nut it will move the adjustment screw also - and tighten the clearance in the process.

Always double check with the .006 after you've tightened the nut down.

 

Your adjustment should be very easy since your engine is only SOHC.

 

When you're turning over the crankshaft, be sure to only turn it in the proper direction (CW i believe) and not the other way because you may cause the cam gear to slip a tooth.

How many valves does your CX engine have? 8? If so, the adjustment should be really easy! Valve clearance adjustments were cake on my 8 valve pushrod Corolla, but it's a real pain (relatively speaking) on the 16 valve DOHC Integra. Glad I don't have a 60 valve V12...

Hmm... just thought of something... the EG6's came in 4 trims, CX, DX, VX, and Si, and each trim came with a different engine. Speaking from a manufacturing viewpoint, that's NOT a good idea!