Notes: Loc: Int; 80lbs. Min. Closed (Outside); 195lbs. Min. Open (Outside); 6.7 Total Coils (Outside);Loc: Exh; 80lbs. Min. Closed (Outside); 195lbs. Min. Open (Outside); 6.7 Total Coils (Outside)
OS Free Height: 52.2990
OS Free Height (Inch): 2.0590
OS Max OD: 31.7500
OS Max OD (Inch): 1.2500
OS Min Close: 43.1800
OS Min Close (Inch): 1.7000
OS Min Close LBS: 80
OS Min ID: 22.2500
OS Min ID (Inch): 0.8760
OS Min Open: 32.2580
OS Min Open (Inch): 1.2700
OS Min Open LBS: 195
OS Solid Height: 30.4800
OS Solid Height (Inch): 1.2000
OS Total Coils: 6.7
OS Wire Diameter: 4.4960
OS Wire Diameter (Inch): 0.1770
Spring Configuration: S Single
UPC: 614046344945
Part Description: 2009 GMC Sierra 1500 Engine Valve Spring
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Vehicle Fitment
2009 GMC Sierra 1500 | All Trims | 6 Cyl 4.3L
FAQ for Valve Spring Repair
Q: What tool can be used to compress the valve spring?
A:
You can use the J 38606.
By Bob
GM Specialist
02/11/2022
Q: Why should you use care when removing retainers and plugs?
A:
Because personal injury could result.
By Bob
GM Specialist
02/11/2022
Q: What is the recommended torque when you hand-start the spark plug?
A:
You can tighten the spark plug to 15 Nm (11 lb-ft).
By Bob
GM Specialist
02/11/2022
FAQ for Other Repair Info
Q: What is the removal procedure for the valve rocker arm and push rod?
A:
The procedure is to remove the following: the rocker arm cover, the number one cylinder spark plug, the rocker arm bolts, the rocker arms, the rocker arm pivot support, and the Pushrods.
Q: What is the removal procedure for the valve lifter oil filter?
A:
The procedure is to remove the following: the intake manifold, the oil pressure sensor and washer, the Valve Lifter oil filter, and the valve lifter oil filter O-ring seal.
Q: What is the removal procedure for the valve rocker arm and push rod?
A:
The procedure is to remove the following: the Rocker Arm cover, the number one cylinder spark plug, the rocker arm bolts, the rocker arms, the rocker arm pivot support, and the pushrods.