Alternative Repair Procedures
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Base Engine Components
DODGETurbo Diesel
If required, resurface valve end.
Inspect the valve springs.
Measure the valve spring length.
Valve Spring Dimensional Limits
Approximate Free Length:
55.63mm [2.190 inch]
Maximum Inclination:
1 .Omm [.039 inch]
Measure the valve spring force.
Valve Spring Minimum Load Limit
Minimum Load: 289.32 N [65 lb] is the minimum acceptable
load required to compress the spring to a height of 49.25mm
[1.94 inch].