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:
Body Sealer Types And Applications
Liquid Butyl Sealer
HB Fuller E709-19554-B or equivalent meeting Ford Specification
ESB-M4G162-A:
Does not run.
Is fast drying.
Remains semi-elastic.
Can be used for seam sealing on the floorpan, wheelhouse, body
rocker panels, door ope ...
Horn (Diagnosis and Testing)
Refer to Wiring Diagrams Cell 44 , Horns/Cigar Lighter for schematic
and connector information.
Special Tool(s)
73 Digital Multimeter or
equivalent
105-R0051
Inspection and Verification
1. Verify the customer concern by operating the h ...
Body Closures
General Specifications
Torque Specifications
Body Closures
The body closures consist of the following components:
door checks
front door
front door latch strikers
front door hinges
front door opening weatherstrips
hood
hood (Cobra) ...
