Valve adjustment for 2001 Acura CL???

[RyanHeo]

Hello.

I drive a 2001 Acura CL which has 129k on it. The timing belt was replaced a year ago. I think it is the time to check the valve because the engine is not designed with self-adjusted valve system. What do you think about the job? Is it necessary even though I don't see any sympton yet?

Thanks.

 

[Jim 5]

I'd PM "The Critic". He will know.

 

[pbm]

I adjusted the valves on my Accord 4 cylinder last summer at approx. 90K. A few were a bit loose but nothing to worry about. It certainly can't hurt to do it but remember that too tight is worse than too loose.

 

[RyanHeo]

The torque wrench will be a critical tool and gauge either.

 

[ARCOgraphite]

I would have a friend who ride a motorcycle and works on his/her own bike engine help you with the valve adjustment. A DOHC with VTEC is not a Mitsubishi SOHC

 

[RyanHeo]

The engine is V6 SOHC...

 

[bepperb]

If you're really concerned, I would pull the front bank valve cover and use some feelers in there. If they are out of spec, it would be worth buying a valve adjustment tool, basically a screwdriver inside a socket. But pray they aren't, since the rear bank will be a nightmare to adjust.

 

[mechtech2]

At 129k, the valves should be checked.
Get everything ready and do it when you have the time and place - at your leisure.