Ford Mustang (1999-2004) Service Manual: Cylinder Head
Special Tool(s)
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Compressor, Valve Spring 303-163 (T81P-6513-A) |
Material
| Item | Specification |
| SAE 5W-20 Premium Synthetic Blend Motor Oil XO-5W20-QSP or equivalent | WSS-M2C153- H |
Disassembly and Assembly
CAUTION: If the components are to be reinstalled, they must be installed in the same position. Mark the components removed for location.
1. Remove the spark plugs (12405) if necessary.
2. Using the special tool, compress the valve springs (6513).

3. Remove the following:
1. The valve spring retainer key (6518).
2. The valve spring retainers (6514).
3. The valve springs (6513).
4. The valve stem seals and seats (6A517).

4. Inspect the components.
5. CAUTION: Lubricate the parts with clean engine oil before installing.
To assemble, reverse the disassembly procedure.
Engine (Disassembly)
Special Tool(s)
Service Set, Camshaft
303-017 (T65L-6250-A)
Remover, Crankshaft Vibration
Damper
303-009 (T58P-6316-D)
Lifting Bracket Set, Engine
303-D095 ( ...
Piston
Special Tool(s)
Piston Pin Tool or equivalent
303-D034 (D81L-6135-A)
Material
Item
Specification
SAE 5W-20 Premium Synthetic
Blend Motor Oil
XO-5W20-QSP or equivalent
...
Other materials:
Assembly
1. NOTE: One tab that locks the reverse clutch drum into the reverse
sun shell may be removed.
This is done for balancing purposes.
Inspect the clutch cylinder thrust surfaces, piston bore and clutch plate
serrations for scores or
burrs. Minor scores or bu ...
Hydro-Boost Bleeding
1. NOTE: The Hydro-Boost power brake booster (2B560) is generally
self-bleeding, and the
following procedure will normally bleed the air from the power brake booster.
Normal operation
of the vehicle will further remove any additional trapped air.
Fill the p ...
Accelerator Cable - 3.8L
Removal and Installation
1. Push the accelerator cable nylon bushing out of the accelerator pedal and
shaft arm.
2. Remove the bolts retaining the accelerator cable to the dash panel.
3. Disconnect the accelerator cable from the throttle body by rotating ...

