[taiyou_matthew]

i was just wandering when you take your car to a shop to get a tune up do they check the valve lash?

 

[WildoutWhiteGSR]

most don't, but to make sure why don't you just ask the people your gonna bring it to?

 

[taiyou_matthew]

i was just wandering if shops usually do it because i had my car tuned up a few times since i had it and just wandered if thats one of the things they do

 

[shorto85]

Nope most won't do that. Usually they check all of your ignition components and fluid levels. If your valve lash is bad you'll hear a ticking noise coming from your valve cover so if a mechanic hears that then he'll let you know.

 

[taiyou_matthew]

thats what i thought but wasnt sure, thanks for the info. i guess i need them to check the valve lash than because i do hear that ticking noise.......thanks

 

[uccrev]

For your own peace of mind, it's good to ask what will be done or was done as part of the tune up. Also, even if you don't hear a ticking sound, it's good to check the valve lash periodically.