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Valve Spring

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  1. Measure the valve spring free height. If the measurement is less than specified, replace spring.
    1. Standard value: 49.5 mm (1.95 inches) 
    2. Limit: 48.5 mm (1.91 inches) 
  2. Measure the squareness of the spring. If the measurement is less than specified, replace the spring.
    Fig 1: Measuring Valve Spring Free Height
    G01873506Courtesy of MITSUBISHI MOTOR SALES OF AMERICA.
    1. Standard value: 2° or less 
    2. Limit: 4°