Ford Mustang (1999-2004) Service Manual: Cylinder Head - Distortion
Special Tool(s)
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Straight Edge 303-D039 (D83L-4201-A) or equivalent |
1. Use a straight edge and a feeler gauge to inspect the cylinder head for flatness. If the cylinder head is distorted, install a new cylinder head.
Cylinder Bore -Cleaning
1. CAUTION: If these procedures are not followed, rusting of the cylinder bores may occur.
Clean the cylinder bores with soap or detergent and water.
2. Thoroughly rinse with clean water and wipe dry with a clean, lint-free cloth.
3. Use a clean, lint-free cloth and lubricate the cylinder bores.
- Use clean engine oil meeting Ford specification.
Valve - Seat Inspection
Valve and Seat Refacing Measurements
CAUTION: After grinding valves or valve seats, check valve
clearance.
1. Check the valve head and seat.
Check valve angles.
Check margin width.
Refer t ...
Cylinder Block Core Plug Replacement
Special Tool(s)
Slide Hammer
100-001 (T50T-100-A)
Material
1. Use a slide hammer or tools suitable to remove the cylinder block core
plug.
2. Inspect the cylinder block plug bore f ...
Other materials:
Spring Codes
The spring code portion of the vehicle certification (VC) label identifies
both the front and rear springs.
The first letter/number indicates the front spring code. The second
letter/number indicates the rear
spring code.
Front springs - base part numbe ...
Accelerator Cable - 4.6L (2V)
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 ...
Installation
1. Install the lower intake manifold gaskets.
2. Connect the fuel charging wiring harness to the rear of the lower intake
manifold and install the
manifold.
3. Install the intake manifold fasteners and tighten in the sequence shown.
4. Position the fuel ...
