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:
Principles of Operation
NOTE: A new instrument cluster must be reconfigured. Refer to
Section.
The instrument cluster is a hybrid electronic cluster (HEC). The
instrument cluster uses both hardwired
and the standard corporate protocol (SCP) communication network to transmit
a ...
Audio Unit
Torque Specifications
Audio System
The Mustang is available with the following audio systems:
M100 CD AM/FM
CDX6-AM/FM with six CD in-dash
MP3 single CD AM/FM (optional)
The M100 system is equipped with four premium speakers. The CDX6 six
...
Installation
1. NOTE: Inspect the spring insulators for wear or damage. Install new
spring insulators if
necessary.
Make sure the spring insulators are correctly installed on the springs.
2. Install the springs.
1. Position the springs.
2. Raise the subframe using ...

