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Special Tool(s)

SPECIAL TOOLS REFERENCE CHART

G07397825Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
Clearance Gauge, Valve Guide
303-004 (TOOL-6505-E) or equivalent
G07397826Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
Dial Indicator Gauge with Holding Fixture
100-002 (TOOL-4201-C) or equivalent
NOTE: Refer to the ENGINE MECHANICAL - 3.5L or ENGINE MECHANICAL - 3.7L for the specification.
NOTE: The valve stem diameter must be within specifications before checking valve stem-to-valve guide clearance.
    NOTE: If necessary, use a magnetic base.
    Fig 1: Checking Valve Stem To Valve Guide Clearance
    G07397827Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  1. Install a Valve Guide Clearance Gauge on the valve stem and install a Dial Indicator Gauge with Holding Fixture. Lower the valve until the clearance gauge contacts the upper surface of the valve guide.
  2. Move the Valve Guide Clearance Gauge toward the Dial Indicator Gauge with Holding Fixture and zero the Dial Indicator Gauge. Move the Valve Guide Clearance Gauge away from the Dial Indicator Gauge with Holding Fixture and note the reading. The reading will be DOUBLE the valve stem-to-valve guide clearance.