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1998 Ford Taurus SE 3.0L Bent Valve
Posted to Ford Engine on 1/7/2013 16 Replies

Hi, This car drove in with a flashing check engine light and a p0305 code. There is no compression on cylinder #5 because it's exhaust valve is bent. The valve spring is not broken. There is a circular mark on the piston crown from contact with the valve. It's...

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car Vehicle Data

1998 Ford Taurus SE

VIN 1FAFP57U3W
Engine3.0 L / 6 cyl / GAS
Trans4-speed Automatic (Electronic)
DeliveryFuel Injection
AffectedBent Valve
ConditionsNo Compression
Message Closed w/FIX

car Vehicle Data

1998 Ford Taurus SE

VIN 1FAFP57U3W
Engine3.0 L / 6 cyl / GAS
Trans4-speed Automatic (Electronic)
DeliveryFuel Injection
AffectedBent Valve
ConditionsNo Compression