SPACER 8C5608 - Caterpillar

Table 1
Required Tools    
Tool    Part Number    Part Description    Qty    
A     228-3610     Angled feeler gauge     1    
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Cylinder and valve location (A) Exhaust valve (B) Inlet valveIf the valve lash requires adjustment several times in a short time period, excessive wear exists in a different part of the engine. Find the problem and make necessary repairs in order to prevent more damage to the engine.Not enough valve lash can be the cause of rapid wear of the camshaft and valve lifters. Not enough valve lash can indicate that the seats for the valves are worn.Valves become worn due to the following causes:
Fuel injection nozzles that operate incorrectly
Excessive dirt and oil are present on the filters for the inlet air.
Incorrect fuel settings on the fuel injection pump.
The load capacity of the engine is frequently exceeded.Too much valve lash can cause broken valve stems, springs, and spring retainers. Too much valve lash can be an indication of the following problems:
Worn camshaft and valve lifters
Worn rocker arms
Bent pushrods
Broken socket on the upper end of a pushrod
Loose adjustment screw for the valve lashIf the camshaft and valve lifters show rapid wear, look for fuel in the lubrication oil or dirty lubrication oil as a possible cause.Valve Lash Check
An adjustment is NOT NECESSARY if the measurement of the valve lash is in the acceptable range. Check the valve lash while the engine is stopped. The temperature of the engine does not change the valve lash setting.If the measurement is not within the acceptable clearance, adjustment is necessary. Refer to "Valve Lash Adjustment".Valve Lash Adjustment
Table 2
   Inlet Valves    Exhaust Valves    
Valve Lash     0.35 mm (0.0138 inch)    
0.35 mm (0.0138 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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Setting the valve lash (A) Angled feeler gauge (1) Adjustment screw (2) Locking screw
Accidental engine starting can cause injury or death to personnel.To prevent accidental engine starting, turn the ignition switch to the OFF position and place a do not operate tag at the ignition switch location.
Remove the valve mechanism cover. Refer to Disassembly and Assembly, "Valve Mechanism Cover - Remove" for the removal procedure.
Rotate the crankshaft in the direction of engine rotation until the inlet valve of the No. 6 cylinder has opened and the exhaust valve of the No. 6 cylinder has not completely closed. The engine is now at TC compression stroke.
Table 3
TC Compression Stroke    Inlet Valves    Exhaust Valves    
Valve Lash    
0.35 mm (0.0138 inch)    
0.35 mm (0.0138 inch)    
Cylinders     1-2-4     1-3-5    
Measure the valve lash for the valve when the engine is at TC compression stroke according to Table 3. If necessary, adjust the valves according to Table 3.
Loosen the valve adjustment screw locknut