Valve adjustments are a key part of car tune-ups and regular maintenance. Watch an automotive service excellence (ASE) certified master mechanic teach how to adjust the valves on an Acura Integra in this free car maintenance video.
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A DIY valve adjustment takes preparation and a considerable amount of time. Watch an automotive service excellence (ASE) certified master mechanic adjust valves in this free video on car maintenance.
Doing valve adjustments at home requires safety measures and the right tools. Watch an automotive service excellence (ASE) certified master mechanic set up a valve adjustment in this free video on car maintenance.
Car jacks are made to lift cars and using one to hold a car up is discouraged. Watch an automotive service excellence (ASE) certified master mechanic jack up a car in this free video on car maintenance.
Jack stands are made to hold cars up after a car jack raises them. Watch an automotive service excellence (ASE) certified master mechanic use a jack stand in this free video on car maintenance.
Removing a car wheel allows a mechanic to access the crank shaft to manually rotate the engine. Watch an automotive service excellence (ASE) certified master mechanic remove a wheel in this free video on car maintenance.
Practicing electrical safety when adjusting valves is important, so disconnect the car battery. Watch an automotive service excellence (ASE) certified master mechanic disconnect a car battery in this free video on car maintenance.
Removing the distributor cap and wires is necessary to adjust valves on an Acura Integra. Watch an automotive service excellence (ASE) certified master mechanic remove the distributor cap in this free video on car maintenance.
Removing some cables and ventilation hoses allows a mechanic to adjust the valves. Watch an automotive service excellence (ASE) certified master mechanic remove hoses and clamps in this free video on car maintenance.
A mechanic must remove the timing belt cover to access the valve cover and adjust valves. Watch an automotive service excellence (ASE) certified master mechanic remove the timing belt cover in this free video on car maintenance.
Removing the valve cover and keeping the nuts together allows a mechanic to adjust valves safely. Watch an automotive service excellence (ASE) certified master mechanic remove the valve cover in this free video on car maintenance.
A mechanic must rotate the crank shaft to line up the timing marks and get the first cylinder dead center. Watch an automotive service excellence (ASE) certified master mechanic line up the first cylinder in this free video on car maintenance.
For a valve adjustment on an Acura Integra, a mechanic gauges four valves per cylinder, two intake and two exhaust. Watch an automotive service excellence (ASE) certified master mechanic adjust intake valves in this free video on car maintenance.
During a valve adjustment on an Acura Integra, a mechanic gauges the clearance of two intake valves in each cylinder. Watch an automotive service excellence (ASE) certified master mechanic adjust intake valves in this free video on car maintenance.
During a valve adjustment on an Acura Integra, a mechanic gauges the clearance for two exhaust valves per cylinder. Watch an automotive service excellence (ASE) certified master mechanic adjust exhaust valves in this free video on car maintenance.
For a valve adjustment on an Acura Integra, a mechanic tightens the exhaust valve clearance to between 59 and 79 thousandths of an inch. Watch an automotive service excellence (ASE) certified master mechanic adjust exhaust valves in this free video on car maintenance.
During a valve adjustment, a mechanic must rotate the crank shaft to align each cylinder in view. Watch an automotive service excellence (ASE) certified master mechanic rotate the engine cylinders in this free video on car maintenance.
For a valve adjustment on an Acura Integra, a mechanic gauges four valves per cylinder, two intake and two exhaust. Watch an automotive service excellence (ASE) certified master mechanic adjust intake valves in this free video on car maintenance.
During a valve adjustment on an Acura Integra, a mechanic gauges the spacing of two intake valves in each cylinder. Watch an automotive service excellence (ASE) certified master mechanic adjust intake valves in this free video on car maintenance.
During a valve adjustment on an Acura Integra, a mechanic gauges the clearance for two exhaust valves per cylinder. Watch an automotive service excellence (ASE) certified master mechanic adjust exhaust valves in this free video on car maintenance.
For a valve adjustment on an Acura Integra, a mechanic tightens the exhaust valve clearance to between 59 and 79 thousandths of an inch. Watch an automotive service excellence (ASE) certified master mechanic adjust exhaust valves in this free video on car maintenance.
During a valve adjustment, a mechanic must rotate the crank shaft to align each cylinder in view. Watch an automotive service excellence (ASE) certified master mechanic rotate the engine cylinders in this free video on car maintenance.
For a valve adjustment on an Acura Integra, a mechanic gauges four valves per cylinder, two intake and two exhaust. Watch an automotive service excellence (ASE) certified master mechanic adjust intake valves in this free video on car maintenance.
During a valve adjustment on an Acura Integra, a mechanic gauges the spacing of two intake valves in each cylinder. Watch an automotive service excellence (ASE) certified master mechanic adjust intake valves in this free video on car maintenance.
During a valve adjustment on an Acura Integra, a mechanic gauges the clearance for two exhaust valves per cylinder. Watch an automotive service excellence (ASE) certified master mechanic adjust exhaust valves in this free video on car maintenance.
For a valve adjustment on an Acura Integra, a mechanic tightens the exhaust valve clearance to between 59 and 79 thousandths of an inch. Watch an automotive service excellence (ASE) certified master mechanic adjust exhaust valves in this free video on car maintenance.
Major car tune-ups, or vehicle overhauls, are vital to the upkeep and maintenance of an automobile. A car is a complex machine made up of simple machines which have many different parts and processes that must be checked for breakage, leaks and wear. A mechanic does all of these tune-up checks when a car comes into the auto shop, though many car owners learn how to check their cars for issues themselves to fix common problems without costly mechanic visits. A little automobile knowledge goes a long way in saving money, avoiding scams and keeping cars in top shape. In this free video series on car maintenance, automotive service excellence (ASE) certified master mechanic Mark Blocker teaches viewers how to adjust the valves on a 1989 Acura Integra. Blocker covers the standard valve adjustment steps used on many makes and models of cars, including removing the wheel to access the crank, removing valve covers and rotating the engine, checking the space in valves and adjusting the valves to the correct setting. Blocker instructs auto maintenance and safety with clear easy to follow directions.
Mark Blocker At the age of 10, Mark Blocker started working with his father, uncle and grandfather in residential carpentry, repair addition and new home construction. He is experienced in all phases of construction including surveying, foundation layout, concrete forms and finishing, framing, drywall, tape and texture, plumbing, electrical, appliance installation and repair, heating and cooling systems, window and door insulation, and siding and roofing. He is also skilled in master finish carpentry and works with custom cabinets, custom trim, crown moldings, laminate and marble counter tops, along with rock and tile installation. Blocker has worked as an experienced safety site coordinator for major industrial building projects with a vast knowledge of building codes and as a certified home inspector with more than 30 years of experience.dkdk
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