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Special Tool(s)

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Fig 1: Identifying Special Tool(s)
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  1. Use a Valve/Clutch Spring Pressure Gauge to check the valve spring for correct strength at the specified valve spring length.
    • Refer to appropriate ENGINE article for the procedure.
    • If out of specification, install new components as necessary. Refer to appropriate ENGINE article for the procedure.
    Fig 2: Measuring Valve Spring Strength
    G03435336Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.