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:
Cylinder Head Temperature (CHT) Sensor - 3.8L
Removal
1. Disconnect the battery ground cable. For additional information
refer to Section.
2. Disconnect the cylinder head temperature sensor connector.
3. Remove the CHT sensor.
Installation
1. To install, reverse the removal procedure. ...
Gearshift Rail and Fork
Disassembly and Assembly
1. Disassemble the first/second and third/fourth shift rail as follows:
Rotate the interlock plate until it is opposite of the shift links.
Slide off the third/fourth shift fork and shift link. Separate the link
from the ...
Timing Drive Components
Special Tool(s)
Compressor, Valve Spring
303-567 (T97P-6565-AH)
Holding Tool, Crankshaft
303-448 (T93P-6303-A)
Aligner, Camshaft Position
303-557 (T96T-6256-B)
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