Special Tool(s)

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SPECIAL TOOLS

Depth Micrometer
303-D026 (D80P-4201-A) or equivalent

Clean the cylinder head. For additional information, refer to CYLINDER HEAD CLEANING in this service information.

NOTE: Do not take the measurement in the center of the valve, there is a recess in the valve. A erroneous reading will result from the center of the valve.

Fig 1: Checking Valve Recession Using Depth Micrometer

Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.

Using the Depth Micrometer, check the valve recession. For additional information, refer to SPECIFICATIONS in this service information.