2006 TOYOTA RAV4 Service Repair Manual

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(b) Using SST, compress the spring, then remove the 2 
retainer locks.
SST 09202-70020 (09202-00010)
(c) Remove the retainer, spring and valve fr

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INSPECTION
1. INSPECT CYLINDER HEAD FOR WARPAGE
(a) Using a precision straightedge and feeler gauge, 
measure the warpage of the contact surfaces

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4. INSPECT CAMSHAFT TIMING GEAR ASSEMBLY
(a) Check the lock of the camshaft timing gear.
(1) Clamp the camshaft in a vise, and confirm that 
the

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NOTICE:
Do not use an air gun to perform the 
smooth operation check.
(d) Check the lock in the extreme retard position.
(1) Confirm that the cam

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(b) Inspect the cam lobes.
(1) Using a micrometer, measure the cam lobe 
height.
Standard cam lobe height:
45.983 to 46.083 mm (1.8104 to 1.8143

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If the oil clearance on the No. 1 journal is greater 
than the maximum, choose a new bearing and 
install it.
If the oil clearance on the other j

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9. INSPECT VALVE LIFTER
(a) Using a micrometer, measure the lifter diameter.
Standard lifter diameter:
30.966 to 30.976 mm (1.2191 to 1.2195 in.)

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12. INSPECT INTAKE VALVE
(a) Using a gasket scraper, chip off any carbon on the 
valve head.
(b) Using a wire brush, thoroughly clean the valve.