Valve - Spring Strength

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2002 Mercury Sable and 2002 Ford Taurus. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Special Tool(s)

Fig 1: Identifying Special Tool

G02156283

Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.

Use a Valve/Clutch Spring Tester to check the valve spring for correct strength at the specified valve spring length.
- If out of specification, install new components as necessary.
Fig 2: Measuring Valve Spring Strength
Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.