Valve Train Analysis - Valve Springs, Valve Spring Retainers and Valve Spring Retainer Keys
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2008 Mercury Mariner and 2008 Ford Escape. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
NOTE:
Valve tappets must be removed on the 2.3L engine.
- Check for broken or damaged parts.
- Check for correct seating of the valve spring retainer key on the valve stem and in valve spring retainer.
- Check for correct seating on the valve stem.