Lifter / Lash Adjuster: Testing and Inspection

LASH ADJUSTER (TAPPET) NOISE DIAGNOSIS
Proper noise diagnosis is essential in locating the source of a NVH complaint. Locating a lash adjuster (tappet) type noise can sometimes be difficult. As a result, an initial misdiagnosis may occur.
Refer to LASH ADJUSTER (TAPPET) NOISE CHART indicating possible lash adjuster (tappet) noise sources and possible sources that could lead to a misdiagnosis.
Refer to LASH ADJUSTER (TAPPET) NOISE CHART for possible causes and correction of a lash adjuster (tappet) type noise.





LASH ADJUSTER (TAPPET) NOISE CHART 1 of 2





LASH ADJUSTER (TAPPET) NOISE CHART 2 of 2