System Specifications

1997 Lexus ES 300 V6-3.0L (1MZ-FE)SECTION System Specifications
Valve Spring Specifications
Deviation (Maximum) 2.0 mm (0.079 inch)
Free Length 45.50 mm (1.7913 inch)
Installed Tension [1] 186 - 206 N (41.9 - 46.3 lbs.)

[1] At 33.8 mm (1.331 inch)



RENDER: 1.0x

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