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:

    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. 3. Inspect the roller followers. For additional information, refer to Section. Installation 1. To ins ...

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    EGR System Components
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