Valve Spring

1999 Chevrolet Lumina V6-3.8L VIN KSECTION Valve Spring
Free Length 1.960 Inch (in)
Load-Closed 75 at 1.72 Pound Force At Inch (lbf @ in)
Load-Open 228 at 1.277 Pound Force At Inch (lbf @ in)
Installed Height 1.690-1.720 Inch (in)
Approximate Number of Active Coils 4.48
Approximate Number of Total Coils 6.60
RENDER: 1.0x

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  • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
  • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
  • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
  • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
  • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.