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HOMESERVICE MANUALSOLDSMOBILE1997LSS V6-3.8L VIN KREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISSPECIFICATIONSMECHANICAL SPECIFICATIONSENGINECYLINDER HEAD ASSEMBLYVALVE SPRING
1997 Oldsmobile LSS V6-3.8L VIN K
Valve Spring
1997 Oldsmobile LSS V6-3.8L VIN KSECTION Valve Spring
Approximate Number of Coils 4
DIMENSIONS
Free Length 50.32 mm (1.981 inches)
Load
Closed [1] 356 N (80 lbs.)
Open [2] 935 N (210 lbs.)
Installed Height 42.93-44.45 mm (1.690-1.720 inches)
[1] @ 43.69 mm (1.75 inches)
[2] @ 33.4 mm (1.315 inches)
DIMENSIONS
Free Length 50.32 mm (1.981 inches)
Load
Closed [1] 356 N (80 lbs.)
Open [2] 935 N (210 lbs.)
Installed Height 42.93-44.45 mm (1.690-1.720 inches)
[1] @ 43.69 mm (1.75 inches)
[2] @ 33.4 mm (1.315 inches)
RENDER: 1.0x
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • 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.