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:
Audio Unit (Removal and Installation)
Removal and Installation
1. Remove the instrument panel center finish panel. For additional
information, refer to Section
2. Remove the audio unit.
1. Remove the screws.
2. Disconnect electrical connectors.
3. Disconnect antenna cable.
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Rear Spoiler
Removal and Installation
1. Open the luggage compartment lid.
2. Disconnect the high mounted stoplamp electrical connector.
3. Remove the screws and the nuts.
4. CAUTION: Use care not damge the pin-type retainers and pin-type
retainer seals
during re ...
Rear Ride Height Measurement - GT and Base
Item
Description
1
Body reinforcement
2
Ride height (shortest distance)
3
Rear axle
Wheel Track
Item
Part Number
Description
1
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Front track
2
-
Rear track
Dogtracking
Item
Part N ...
