Valve Spring Strength

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

Fig 1: Identifying Special Tool(s)

Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.

Use a Valve/Clutch Spring Pressure Gauge to check the valve spring for correct strength at the specified valve spring length.
- Refer to SYSTEM & COMPONENT TESTING - GASOLINE 303 for the procedure.
- If out of specification, install new components as necessary. Refer to REMOVAL & INSTALLATION - BLACKWOOD, EXPEDITION, F150 PICKUP & NAVIGATOR - GASOLINE for the procedure.
  
  Fig 2: Measuring Valve Spring Strength
  Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.