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Valve - Spring Free Length

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2004 Lincoln Navigator and 2004 Ford Expedition. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
  1. Measure the free length of each valve spring.
    • Refer to the appropriate article in ENGINES for the procedure.
    • If out of specification, install new components as necessary. Refer to the appropriate article in ENGINES for the procedure.
    Fig 1: Measuring Free Length Of Each Valve Spring
    G02785617Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.