Ford Mustang (1999-2004) Service Manual: Hydraulic Lash Adjuster

Removal and Installation

1. Remove the roller followers. For additional information, refer to Camshaft Roller Follower in this section.

2. Remove the eight hydraulic lash adjusters.

Hydraulic Lash Adjuster

3. Inspect the lash adjusters. For additional information, refer to Section.

4. To install, reverse the removal procedure.

    Valve Seals
    Special Tool(s) Valve Spring Compressor 303-452 (T93P-6565-AR) Valve Stem Seal Replacer 303-383 (T91P-6571-A) Compressor, Valve Spring (Exhaust) 303-567 (T97 ...

    Camshaft Roller Follower
    Special Tool(s) Compressor, Valve Spring (Intake) 303-452 (T93P-6565-AR) Compressor, Valve Spring (Exhaust) 303-567 (T97P-6565-AH) Removal 1. Remove the valve cover. ...

    Other materials:

    Engine
    WARNING: Do not operate the engine with the hood open until the fan blade has been first examined for possible cracks and separation. The 4.6L (4V) (281 CID) is a V-8 engine with the following features: dual overhead camshafts four valves per cylinder s ...

    Fuel cut-off switch
    WARNING: Failure to inspect and if necessary repair fuel leaks after a collision may increase the risk of fire and serious injury. Ford Motor Company recommends that the fuel system be inspected by an authorized dealer after any collision. In the event of a m ...

    Head restraints
    WARNING: To minimize the risk of neck injury in the event of a crash, the driver and passenger occupants should not sit in or operate the vehicle, until the head restraint is placed in its proper position. The driver should never adjust the head restraint whil ...