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Model: 320D GC EXCAVATOR PCM
Configuration: 320D GC Excavator PCM00001-UP (MACHINE) POWERED BY C6.4 Engine

Testing and Adjusting

C4.2 and C6.4 Engines for Caterpillar Built Machines
Media Number -KENR6741-16 Publication Date -01/12/2010 Date Updated -21/12/2010

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Engine Valve Lash - Inspect/Adjust

SMCS - 1102-025

Be sure the engine cannot be started while this maintenance is being

performed. To prevent possible injury, do not use the starting motor to
turn the flywheel.

Hot engine components can cause burns. Allow additional time for the
engine to cool before measuring/adjusting engine valve lash clearance.

The valve lash is measured between the top of the cap of the valve stem and the rocker arm. The
valve lash is measured with a feeler gauge.

Valve Lash Setting with Stopped Engine (Cold)

Inlet ... 0.25 mm (0.010 inch)

Exhaust ... 0.40 mm (0.016 inch)

Adjustment of the Height of the Valve Bridge

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Illustration 1 g01410282

1. Push the rocker arm onto the bridge.

2. Loosen the adjustment screw (1) so that the nonadjustable side of the bridge is contacting
the valve stem.

3. Tighten the adjustment screw (1) until the adjustment screw (1) contacts the stem.

4. Turn adjustment screw (1) an additional 10 degrees.

5. Tighten locknut (2) to 8.5 ± 0.5 N·m (75 ± 4 lb in).

Valve Lash Check

An adjustment is not necessary if the measurement of the valve lash is in the acceptable range in
Table 1.

1. Put the No. 1 piston at top center. Refer to Testing and Adjusting, "Finding Top Center
Position for No. 1 Piston".

Table 1
Inlet Valves Exhaust Valves

Valve Lash (Stopped Engine)

0.25 mm (0.010 inch) 0.40 mm (0.016 inch)
TC Compression Stroke 1-2-4 1-3-5
TC Exhaust Stroke (1) 3-5-6 2-4-6
Firing Order 1-5-3-6-2-4 (2)
(1)
360° from TC compression stroke
(2)
The No. 1 cylinder is at the front of the engine.

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If the measurement is not within this range, an adjustment is necessary. Refer to "Valve Lash
Adjustment" for the proper procedure.

Valve Lash Adjustment

Use the following procedure to adjust the valve lash.

Illustration 2 g01425959

Valve lash

1. Ensure that the No. 1 piston is at the top center position on the compression stroke.

Table 2
TC Compression Stroke Inlet Valves Exhaust Valves

Valve Lash
0.25 mm (0.010 inch) 0.40 mm (0.016 inch)
Cylinders 1-2-4 1-3-5

2. Adjust the valve lash according to Table 2.

3. Loosen the adjustment locknut (3) .

4. Place the appropriate feeler gauge between rocker arm and the valve bridge. Then, turn the
adjustment screw (4) in a clockwise direction. Slide the feeler gauge between the rocker arm
and the valve bridge. Continue turning the adjustment screw (4) until a slight drag is felt on
the feeler gauge. Remove the feeler gauge.

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5. Tighten the adjustment locknut (3) to a torque of 4 ± 1 N·m (35 ± 9 lb in). Do not allow the
adjustment screw (4) to turn while you are tightening the adjustment locknut (3) . Recheck
the valve lash after tightening the adjustment locknut (3) .

6. Rotate the engine 360 degrees in the direction of the engine rotation. This will put the No. 6
piston at the top center position on the compression stroke.

Table 3
TC Exhaust Stroke Inlet Valves Exhaust Valves

Valve Lash
0.25 mm (0.010 inch) 0.40 mm (0.016 inch)
Cylinders 3-5-6 2-4-6

7. Adjust the valve lash according to Table 3.

8. Loosen the adjustment locknut (3) .

9. Place the appropriate feeler gauge between rocker arm and the valve bridge. Then, turn the
adjustment screw (4) in a clockwise direction. Slide the feeler gauge between the rocker arm
and the valve bridge. Continue turning the adjustment screw until a slight drag is felt on the
feeler gauge. Remove the feeler gauge.

10. Tighten the adjustment locknut (3) to a torque of 20 ± 2 N·m (14 ± 1 lb ft). Do not allow the
adjustment screw (4) to turn while you are tightening the adjustment locknut (2) . Recheck
the valve lash after tightening the adjustment locknut (3) .

Adjusting the valve lash several times in a short period indicates wear in a different part of the
engine. Find the problem and make any necessary repairs in order to prevent more damage to the
engine.

Rapid wear of the camshaft and tappets can occur if insufficient valve lash is not corrected.
Insufficient valve lash can also be an indication of faulty valve seats. The following items are
reasons for faulty seats of the valves: faulty fuel injection nozzles, restrictions to the air inlet, dirty
air filters, incorrect fuel setting and overloading the engine.

Broken valve stems, broken pushrods, or broken spring retainers can be caused by insufficient
valve lash that is not corrected. A fast increase in valve lash can be an indication of any of the
following items:

• Worn camshaft and tappets

• Worn rocker arms

• Bent pushrods

• Loose adjustment screws for valve lash

• Broken socket on the upper end of pushrod

Fuel in the lubrication oil may be a possible cause of rapid wear of the camshaft and the tappets.
Dirty lubrication oil may also be a possible cause of rapid wear of the camshaft and tappets.

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