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HOMESERVICE MANUALSFORD2014F-450 SUPER DUTY PLATINUM, RWDREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 23 (ENGINE MECHANICAL - 6.7L DIESEL)GENERAL PROCEDURESVALVE SPRING FREE LENGTH
2014 Ford F-450 Super Duty Platinum, RWD

Valve Spring Free Length

2014 Ford F-450 Super Duty Platinum, RWDSECTION Valve Spring Free Length
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  1. Clean all valve springs in a suitable solvent.
  2. Inspect valve springs for rust, pitting, distortion and cracks. If any of these conditions exist, install new valve springs.
  3. Using a valve spring tester, measure the valve spring free length. For additional information, refer to SPECIFICATIONS .
    Fig 1: Measuring Valve Spring Free Length Using Valve Spring Tester
    G08593115Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  4. Apply the appropriate installed test load to each spring and determine whether the test length is achieved. Repeat for valve open load. For additional information, refer to SPECIFICATIONS .
    Fig 2: Measuring Valve Spring Test Length Using Valve Spring Tester
    G08593116Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
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