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

Removal

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

2. Remove the 16 hydraulic lash adjusters.

Hydraulic Lash Adjusters

3. Inspect the roller followers. For additional information, refer to Section.

Installation

1. To install, reverse the removal procedure.

    Installation
    1. Using the special tools, install the new intake valve stem seals. 2. Using the special tools, install the new exhaust valve stem seals. 3. Install the Valve Spring Compressor Spacer between the ...

    Roller Followers
    Special Tool(s) Compressor, Valve Spring 303-452 (T93P-6565-AR) Removal and Installation 1. Remove the LH and RH valve cover. For additional information, refer to Valve Cover LH and ...

    Other materials:

    Torque Converter Cleaning And Inspection
    Material Item Specification MERCON V Automatic Transmission Fluid XT-5-QM, XT-5-DM MERCON V 1. If a new torque converter is being installed, continue with Substep 2 of Step 2. 2. If a new torque converter is not being installed, the fol ...

    Manifold Gauge Set Connection
    Special Tool(s) R-134a Manifold Gauge Set 176-R032A or equivalent 1. Turn both valves on the R-134a Manifold Gauge Set clockwise to close the low- and highpressure hoses to the center manifold and center hose. 2. Remove the A/C charging valv ...

    Disassembly
      1. CAUTION: Hand tighten the special tool to prevent gear damage. CAUTION: Support the output shaft while using the press to prevent damage to the shaft or gears. Using the special tool and a press, remove first gear, the output shaft rear bearing ...