Valve Spring Strength

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2003 Ford Thunderbird. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Special Tool(s)

Fig 1: Identifying Special Tool(s)

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Use a Valve/Clutch Spring Pressure Gauge to check the valve spring for correct strength at the specified valve spring length.
- Refer to ENGINE article for the procedure .
- If out of specification, install new components as necessary. Refer to ENGINE article for the procedure .
  
  Fig 2: Checking Valve Spring
  Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.