Does anyone have a the literature explaining the process of adjusting the hydraulic lifters on an ea81 handy? I've found multiple threads referencing the factory service manual but all have broken links. 

 

I foolishly loosened them all when I removed the head for a gasket replacement.

 

thanks

Here is a posting you might check. There is one that compares a similiar process as used for adjusting Chevy hydraulic lifters that may work.  I hope these are helpful.

 

http://www.ultimatesubaru.org/forum/topic/155873-ea81-valve-adjustment-issues/

Edited March 17, 201610 yr by lrgvanman

Here is a posting you might check. There is one that compares a similiar process as used for adjusting Chevy hydraulic lifters that may work.  I hope these are helpful.

 

http://www.ultimatesubaru.org/forum/topic/155873-ea81-valve-adjustment-issues/

 

I sent the individual who said they have the procedure in writing in that thread an email earlier, hopefully they are still active on the board. I feel like I could just snug them down then back them off a 1/2 turn at tdc then check after the engine warms up but I don't really want to risk bending one or damaging anything.