Safety Warning
DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
2000 Chrysler Intrepid (CANADA) V6-3.2LFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE
Valve Spring
| Free Length | Intake | 1.7195 Inch (in) |
| Exhaust | 1.7448 Inch (in) | |
| Spring Force | Intake-Closed | 69.5-80.5 at 1.4961 Pound Force At Inch (lbf @ in) |
| Intake-Open | 188-204 at 1.1594 Pound Force At Inch (lbf @ in) | |
| Exhaust-Closed | 71-79 at 1.4961 Pound Force At Inch (lbf @ in) | |
| Exhaust-Open | 130-144 at 1.239 Pound Force At Inch (lbf @ in) | |
| Number of Coils | Intake | 6.86 |
| Exhaust | 7.66 Inch (in) | |
| Wire Diameter | Intake | 0.1689-0.1712 Inch (in) |
| Exhaust | 0.1608-0.1632 Inch (in) | |
| Height | Installed | 1.4961 Inch (in) |
Factory Service Tools
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.
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