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General Procedure

NOTE: Refer to general specifications in the appropriate Engine article for the appropriate specification.
  1. Measure the valve seat width. If necessary, grind the valve seat to specification.
    • Measure the intake valve seat width.
    • Measure the exhaust valve seat width.
    • Recheck the valve spring installed length after the seats have been ground, and shim the valve springs as necessary to achieve the correct installed spring length.
      Fig 1: Checking Valve Seat Width
      G06064110Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.