Valve Spring Free Length

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2005 Mercury Mountaineer and 2005 Ford Explorer. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Measure the free length of each valve spring.
- Refer to the appropriate ENGINE article for the procedure.
- If out of specification, install new components as necessary. Refer to the appropriate ENGINE article for the procedure.
  
  Fig 1: Measuring Free Length Of Valve Spring
  Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.