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:
Fuel Charging Wiring Harness
Removal and Installation
WARNING: Do not smoke or carry lighted tobacco or open flame of any
type when
working on or near any fuel related components. Highly flammable mixtures are
always present
and can ignite. Failure to follow these instructions can resul ...
System Bleeding
1. If required, remove the hydraulic system from the vehicle. Refer
to Hydraulic System, Lift
Cylinder and Motor in this section.
2. Remove the fill plug at the end of the hydraulic pump.
3. Fill the pump with Mercon Multi-Purpose Automatic Transmiss ...
Transmission Case
Special Tool(s)
Handle
205-D055 (D81L-4000-A)
Installer, Bearing Cup
204-039 (T77F-1217-B)
Installer, Drive Pinion Bearing
Cup
205-054 (T71P-4616-A)
Installer, Rear Axle Oil Seal
205-155 (T80T-4000-Y)
...
