Ford Mustang (1999-2004) Service Manual: Cylinder Head (Disassembly and Assembly of Subassemblies)

Ford Mustang (1999-2004) Service Manual / Engine / Engine - 4.6L (2V) / Cylinder Head (Disassembly and Assembly of Subassemblies)

Special Tool(s)

Compressor, Valve Spring 303-381(T91P-6565-A)
Compressor Spacer, Valve Spring 303-382 (T91P-6565-AH)
Installer, Valve Stem Oil Seal 303-383 (T91P-6571-A)

Material

Item Specification
Super Premium SAE 5W-20 Motor Oil 5W20-QSP or equivalent WSS-M2C153- H

Disassembly

1. Install the special tool.

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2. Using the special tool, remove the roller followers.

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3. Using the special tool, compress the valve spring.

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4. Remove the valves.

1. Remove the valve spring retainer keys.

2. Remove the valve spring retainers.

3. Remove the valve spring.

4. Remove the valves.

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5. Remove the hydraulic lash adjusters.

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6. Remove the bolts and the camshaft bearing caps.

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7. Remove the camshaft (6250).

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8. Remove the valve stem seals.

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Assembly

1. NOTE: Lubricate all moving parts with clean engine oil prior to assembly.

To install, reverse the removal procedure.

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    Engine (Disassembly)
    Special Tool(s) Impact Slide Hammer 100-001 (T50T-100-A) Remover, Crankshaft Rear Oil Slinger 303-514 (T95P-6701-AH) Remover, Crankshaft Rear Oil Seal 303- ...

    Piston
    Material Item Specification Super Premium SAE 5W-20 Motor Oil XO-5W20-QSP or equivalent WSS-M2C153- H Disassembly 1. Press the piston pin out of the connecting rod and piston a ...

    Other materials:

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    Output Shaft
    Special Tool(s) Remover, Drive Pinion Bearing Cone 205-D002 (D79L-4621-A) or equivalent Installer, Drive Pinion Bearing Cone 205-011 (T57L-4621-B) ...

    Selector Lever
    Removal 1. Remove the shifter top control panel. 2. Disconnect the electrical connectors. 3. Remove the shifter bezel. 4. Remove the bulb from the bezel. 5. Disconnect the TCS connector. 6. CAUTION: Extra force may be needed to lift up on the handl ...