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Modèle : 320C EXCAVATOR DBG
Configuration: 320C, 320C L, 320C LN Excavators DBG00001-UP (MACHINE) POWERED BY 3066 Engine
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3064 and 3066 Engines for Caterpillar Built Machines
Numéro d'imprimé -SENR5546-15 Date de publication -01/07/2013 Date de mise à jour -30/07/2013
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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 and Exhaust Valve ... 0.25 mm (0.010 inch)
Use the following procedure to check and make adjustments to the valve lash:
1. Remove the valve covers.
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Finding The Location of Top Center
2. Turn the crankshaft in a counterclockwise direction until the No. 1 piston is at the top center
on the compression stroke. The rotation of the crankshaft is viewed from the rear of the
engine. The alignment mark on the pulley assembly will be in alignment with the timing
pointer.
Note: The crankshaft may be turned by using a socket wrench on the bolt in the crankshaft
pulley. The crankshaft may also be turned by turning the alternator. This will turn the belt
and this will turn the crankshaft pulley.
Note: Refer to the Engine Supplement, Disassembly and Assembly for your specific
machine for additional information.
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Valve Lash
3. 3064 Engine: Adjust the valve lash on the inlet valves for cylinders 1 and 2. Adjust the
valve lash on the exhaust valves for cylinders 1 and 3.
3066 Engine: Adjust the valve lash on the inlet valves for cylinders 1, 2, and 4. Adjust the
valve lash on the exhaust valves for cylinders 1, 3, and 5.
4. Turn the flywheel for 360 degrees in the direction of engine rotation. The No. 4 piston (four
cylinder) and the No. 6 piston (six cylinder) will be at the top center (TC) on the
compression stroke.
5. 3064 Engine: Adjust the valve lash on the inlet valves for cylinders 3 and 4. Adjust the
valve lash on the exhaust valves for cylinders 2 and 4.
3066 Engine: Adjust the valve lash on the inlet valves for cylinders 3, 5, and 6. Adjust the
valve lash on the exhaust valves for cylinders 2, 4, and 6.
6. Hold the adjustment screw and tighten the locknut after the adjustment is complete.
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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