Valve Spring

2014 Subaru Forester 2.5i, Eng CD FB25BA, Standard TransSECTION Valve Spring
  1. Check the valve spring for damage and deformation.
  2. Using a caliper gauge, valve spring tester, surface plate and try square, check the valve spring free length, tension/spring height and squareness. If it is not within the standard, replace the valve spring.
    NOTE:
    • Measurement should be performed at a temperature of 20Β°C (68Β°F).
    • To check the squareness of the valve spring, stand the valve spring on a surface plate and check its deflection at the top of the valve spring using a try square.
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