Ford Mustang (1999-2004) Service Manual: Engine (Diagnosis and Testing)
Special Tool(s)
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Commercially Available Leakdown Tester |
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Quick Disconnect Compression Tester 134-R0212 or equivalent |
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Dial Indicator Gauge Adapter 303-007 (TOOL-6565-AB) or equivalent |
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Dial Indicator Gauge with Holding Fixture 100-002 (TOOL-4201-C) or equivalent |
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Engine Cylinder Leak Detection/Air Pressurization Kit 014-00708 or equivalent |
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Oil Pressure Gauge 303-088 (T73L-6600-A) |
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UV Leak Detector Kit 164-R0756 or equivalent |
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Vacuum/Pressure Tester 164-R0253 or equivalent |
Material

Engine System - General Information
General Specifications
Engine
NOTE: This section contains information, steps and procedures that may
not be specific to your
engine.
This section covers general procedures and diagnosis and testin ...
Inspection and Verification
1. Verify the customer concern by operating the engine to duplicate the
condition.
2. Visually inspect for obvious signs of mechanical damage. Refer to the
following chart.
Visual Inspection Ch ...
Other materials:
Pinpoint Test O: DTC B1870 - Air Bag Indicator Shorted to Battery
Normal Operation
The air bag indicator is designed to illuminate for 6 (+/-2) seconds
when the ignition switch is turned to
the RUN position. This initial 6 seconds of illumination is considered
normal operation and is called
proveout of the air ba ...
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 to the appropriate section in Group 303 for the procedure.
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Installation
1. Lubricate the lip of the wheel bearing oil seal
Use Premium Long-Life Grease XG-1-C or equivalent meeting Ford
specification ESAM1C75-
B.
2. CAUTION: Do not damage the wheel bearing oil seal.
Install the two axle shafts.
3. CAUTION: Do not damage th ...








