The valve adjustment requires SHIMS that come in 19 sizes. ANYONE must have the needed sizes OR they won't be able to adjust the valves!! ALSO the cams must come out if the valves need adjustment.

Most idle speed problems on the 16V engine are from the air flow housing SENSOR! It can also cause starting problems.

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