Ford Mustang (1999-2004) Service Manual: 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 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 -Piston Pin Side Clearance
1. Measure the clearance between the connecting rod and the piston. Verify the 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 303 for the procedure.

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 s ...
Connecting Rod - Bearing Journal Clearance
Special Tool(s)
Plastigage
303-D031 (D81L-6002-B) or
equivalent
NOTE: The crankshaft connecting rod journals must be within
specifications to check the connecting
rod bearing journa ...
Other materials:
Door Speaker - Lower
Removal and Installation
1. Remove the front door trim panel (239420). For additional
information, refer to Section
2. Remove the speaker (18808).
1. Remove the screws.
2. Disconnect the electrical connector.
3. Remove the speaker.
3. ...
Instrument Cluster (Removal and Installation)
Removal and Installation
All vehicles
1. CAUTION: Electronic modules are sensitive to electrical
charges. If exposed to
these charges, damage may result.
Disconnect the battery ground cable. For additional information, refer
to Section.
2. Re ...
Shield
Removal
1. Remove the brake disc (1125). For additional information, refer to
Disc in this section.
2. Remove the brake disc shield (2K004).
1. Drill out three brake disc shield rivets.
2. Remove the brake disc shield.
Installation
1. I ...
