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HOMESERVICE MANUALSFORD2009EDGE SPORT, FWDREPAIR AND DIAGNOSIS (SINGLE PAGE)EXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 146 (ENGINE SYSTEM-GENERAL INFORMATION)GENERAL PROCEDURESVALVE SPRING FREE LENGTH

2009 Ford Edge Sport, FWD

Valve Spring Free Length

2009 Ford Edge Sport, FWDSECTION Valve Spring Free Length

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2005 Mercury Montego, 2005 Ford Freestyle, and 2005 Ford Five Hundred. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Measure the free length of each valve spring.
- Refer to the appropriate engine article for the procedure.
- If out of specification, install new components as necessary. Refer to the appropriate engine article for the procedure.
  
  Fig 1: Measuring Free Length Of Valve Spring
  Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.

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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.