Ford Mustang (1999-2004) Service Manual: 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 Chart
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3. If the inspection reveals obvious concerns that can be readily identified, repair as necessary.
4. If the concerns remain after the inspection, determine the symptoms. GO to Symptom Chart .
Engine (Diagnosis and Testing)
Special Tool(s)
Commercially Available
Leakdown Tester
Quick Disconnect Compression
Tester
134-R0212 or equivalent
Dial Indicator Gauge Adapter
303-007 (TOOL-6565-AB) ...
Symptom Chart
Condition
Possible Sources
Action
Difficult
starting
Damaged ignition
system.
Damaged fuel
system.
Damaged starting
system.
Damaged charging
...
Other materials:
Installation
1. NOTE: If the lower intake manifold is not secured within four
minutes, the sealant must be
removed and the sealing area cleaned with metal surface cleaner. Allow to
dry until there is no
sign of wetness, or four minutes, whichever is longer. Failure t ...
Thermostat - 3.8L
Material
Item
Specification
Gasket Adhesive
TA-6 or equivalent
WSS-M2G408-
A
Motorcraft Premium Gold
Engine Coolant
VC-7-A (in Oregon VC-7-B)
(yellow color)
WSS-M97B51-
A1
Removal and Installation
1. Drain the engine cool ...
Engine (Disassembly)
Special Tool(s)
Impact Slide Hammer
100-001 (T50T-100-A)
Remover, Crankshaft Rear Oil
Slinger
303-514 (T95P-6701-AH)
Remover, Crankshaft Rear Oil
Seal
303-519 (T95P-6701-EH)
Remover, Crankshaft Vibration ...
