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Valve-Spring Strength

Special Tool(s) 

Fig 1: Identifying Special Tool
G03421317Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  1. Use the special tool to check the valve spring for correct strength at the specified valve spring length.
    • GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS .
    • If out of specification, install new components as necessary. Refer to ENGINE for the procedure.
      Fig 2: Checking Valve Spring Strength
      G03421318Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.