Valve Clearance Check

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2003 Lincoln LS. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Remove the valve covers. For additional information, Refer to VALVE COVER LH or VALVE COVER RH .
Remove the spark plugs.

NOTE: The engine will have to be rotated with the crankshaft pulley bolt to bring each valve to base circle.

NOTE: The valve clearance must be measured with the camshaft at base circle.

Fig 1: Measuring Valve Clearances

Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.

Measure and record all valve clearances.
If the valve clearances are out of specification, Refer to VALVE CLEARANCE ADJUSTMENT .
To assemble, reverse the inspection procedure.