Ford Mustang (1999-2004) Service Manual: Valve Spring Strength

Special Tool(s)

Pressure Gauge, Valve/Clutch Spring 303-006 (TOOL-6513-DD) or equivalent

1. Use a Valve/Clutch Spring Pressure Gauge to check the valve spring for correct strength at the specified valve spring length.

  • Refer to the appropriate section in Group 303 for the procedure.
  • If out of specification, install new components as necessary. Refer to the appropriate section in Group 303 for the procedure.

Valve Spring Strength

    Valve Stem to Valve Guide Clearance
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    Valve - Seat Inspection
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    Other materials:

    Material
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    Safety Belt Tongue Rotated on Belt
    1. Grasp the belt tongue and pull the belt webbing down to form a loop through the upper (longer and narrower) slot in the tongue. 2. Rotate and fold the belt webbing over itself within the slot to remove the twist. 3. Pull the excess belt webbing back th ...