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1677353 Shim Valve Adjusting — Volvo FH16 D16C

1300 05 025

Summary

This high-strength 3.20 mm valve adjusting shim is designed for Volvo FH16 D16C engines. It provides precise valve clearance adjustment in heavy commercial vehicle engine systems to ensure optimal valve seating and performance. Equivalent to OE Volvo 1677353.

Product identifiers
EAN Code8699031053448
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Compatible OEM Codes

  • VOLVO
    • 1677353

Description

What does a valve adjusting shim do?

This precision-ground component is essential for maintaining the correct valve clearance within the engine's valve train. By acting as a spacer between the rocker arm or cam follower and the valve, it ensures that the valve seats fully during every combustion cycle, preventing compression loss and protecting the valve seating face from premature wear.

Compatibility with Volvo FH16

This specific shim is designed for use in Volvo FH16 trucks equipped with D16C engines. It serves as a reliable replacement for worn or incorrectly sized shims to maintain manufacturer-specified tolerances in heavy commercial vehicle diesel engines.

Installation and maintenance

When performing maintenance, technicians should ensure the shim seat is clean and lightly lubricated before assembly to prevent scoring upon start-up. It is critical to measure each valve individually rather than assuming uniform clearance across all cylinders to ensure long-term engine stability.

Troubleshooting and selection

Always verify clearances after installation and check the integrity of the valve cover gasket during the same service interval to prevent leaks.

OE cross-reference

1300 05 025 (Valve Adjusting Shim Engine Valve) is the equivalent of the Volvo OE number. This part directly replaces Volvo OE number 1677353.

Other OEMs

VOLVO

  • 1677353

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FAQ

What is the function of a valve adjusting shim?
It is a precision-ground spacer used to bring valve clearance in heavy commercial vehicle engines to the exact manufacturer-specified tolerance.
Which engines is this shim compatible with?
This specific 3.20 mm shim is designed for Volvo FH16 models featuring the D16C engine.
How can I ensure I am selecting the correct thickness?
Selection should be based on the exact thickness required by the engine; always cross-reference with the OE specifications of the removed shim.
What are the symptoms of incorrect valve clearance?
Incorrect clearance can lead to compression loss, excessive engine noise, and accelerated wear on the valve seating faces.
What are the OE reference numbers of this part?
1300 05 025 directly replaces Volvo OE number 1677353.