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Old Jan 6, 2009 | 03:10 AM
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Valve Adjustment

Is there a way to adjust the valve on a 2000 ML430? I've done valve adjustment on a Honda which you just measure and tighten/loosen, then turn. Then, I've done E46 M3 which you measure, calculate, and replace valve seats.

Anyone can tell me if ML430 have hydraulic lifters or a similar system to a BMW or Honda? Any DIY guide?
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Old Jan 6, 2009 | 08:05 AM
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They have hydraulic lifters, no maintainence or adjustments required.
The last MB engines to need adjustments were more than 15 yrs ago!
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Old Jan 6, 2009 | 07:17 PM
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so I would be hearing the knocking sound instead of valve out of spec?
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Old Jan 7, 2009 | 01:46 AM
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The hydraulic lifters can get noisy (clicking/light tapping sound). It's nothin much to worry about, they are a bit noisy anyway if you have the bonnet open. If you can hear it inside the vehicle then some of them may be faulty
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Old Jan 9, 2009 | 01:33 PM
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I have to get my E46M3 done... or learn how to do it :/ pita
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Old Jan 9, 2009 | 04:42 PM
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I have to get my E46M3 done... or learn how to do it :/ pita
buy the box of bmw shims, and take your time, it took me about 1 full day including lunch break .... but better than paying the dealer $1000 to get it done.
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