Ford Mustang (1999-2004) Service Manual: Connecting Rod - Bushing Diameter
1. Measure the inner diameter of the connecting rod bushing, if equipped. Verify the diameter is within specification.
- Refer to the appropriate section in Group for the procedure.
- If out of specification, install new components as necessary. Refer to the appropriate section in Group for the procedure.
Connecting Rod -Bend
1. Measure the connecting rod bend on a suitable alignment fixture. Follow the instructions of the fixture manufacturer. Verify the bend measurement is within specification.
- Refer to the appropriate section in Group for the procedure.
- If out of specification, install new components as necessary. Refer to the appropriate section in Group for the procedure
Piston - Pin Diameter
1. Measure the piston pin diameter in two directions at the points shown.
Verify the diameter is
within specification.
Refer to the appropriate section in Group for the procedure.
If out of s ...
Connecting Rod - Twist
1. Measure the connecting rod twist on a suitable alignment fixture.
Follow the instructions of the
fixture manufacturer. Verify the measurement is within specification.
Refer to the appropriat ...
Other materials:
Removal
1. Raise and support the vehicle.
2. Remove the rear wheel and tire assemblies.
3. CAUTION: Remove the rear brake calipers to prevent drag during the
drive pinion
bearing preload adjustment.
CAUTION: Do not allow the calipers to hang from the brake hoses ...
Bearings - Inspection
NOTE: If any of the following conditions exist, install a new
bearing.
1. Inspect the bearing for a bent cage.
2. Inspect bearings for galling (metal smears on roller ends).
Galling is caused by overheating, poor lubrication or an overload
situatio ...
Spark Plug - Inspection
1. Inspect the spark plug for a bridged gap.
Check for deposit build-up closing the gap between the electrodes.
Deposits are caused
by oil or carbon fouling.
Clean the spark plug.
2. Check for oil fouling.
Check for wet, black deposits on th ...
