Valve Spring Inspection - Suzuki Swift Sport 2004 Service & Repair Manual

1D-43 Engine Mechanical:

Valve Spring Inspection

Valve Spring Free Length and Preload
Referring to data, check to be sure that each spring is in
sound condition, free of any evidence of breakage or
weakening. Remember, weakened valve springs can
cause chatter, not to mention possibility of reducing
power output due to gas leakage caused by decreased
seating pressure.
Valve spring free length
Standard: 39.37 mm (1.550 in.)
Limit: 36.49 mm (1.437 in.)
Valve spring preload
Standard: 161– 185 N (16.1 – 18.5 kg)
(35.4 – 40.7 lb / 1.240 in.)
Limit: 159 N (15.9 kg) for 31.50 mm (35.1 lb / 1.240 in.)
Spring Squareness
S7RS0B1406028 Use a square and surface plate to check each spring for
squareness in terms of clearance between end of valve
spring and square. Valve springs found to exhibit a
larger clearance than limit must be replaced.
Valve spring squareness
Limit: 1.7 mm (0.067 in.)
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