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Valve - Spring Installed Length

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2004 Mercury Marauder, 2004 Mercury Grand Marquis, and 2004 Ford Crown Victoria. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
  1. Measure the installed length of each valve spring.
    • Refer to the appropriate ENGINE article for more information.
    • If out of specification, install new components.
    Fig 1: Measuring Installed Valve Spring Length
    G02753865Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.