Ford Mustang (1999-2004) Service Manual: Installation
1. Apply silicone gasket and sealant in the locations shown.
2. Install the engine front cover.
3. Install the belt idler pulleys and the bolts.
4. Connect the CMP sensor electrical connector.
5. Raise the vehicle.
6. Install the crankshaft front oil seal. For additional information, refer to Crankshaft Front Oil Seal in this section.
7. Tighten the four oil pan bolts in the sequence shown.
- Stage 1: Tighten to 2 Nm (18 lb-in).
- Stage 2: Tighten to 20 Nm (15 lb-ft).
- Stage 3: Tighten an additional 60 degrees.
8. Install the drain plug.
9. Position the power steering reservoir and install the bolts.
10. Connect the CKP sensor electrical connector.
11. Position the A/C muffler and tighten the nut.
12. Install the power steering pump and the bolts.
13. Position the battery cable and install the two nuts.
14. Install the crankshaft pulley. For additional information, refer to Crankshaft Pulley in this section.
15. Install the water pump pulley and the bolts.
16. Install the cooling fan.
17. Install the accessory drive belt. For additional information, refer to Section
18. Install the valve covers. For additional information, refer to Valve Cover RH and Valve Cover LH in this section.
19. Position the radio ignition interference capacitors and install the nuts.
20. Fill the crankcase with clean engine oil.
Removal
1. Remove the nuts and position the radio ignition interference capacitors
aside.
2. Remove the valve covers. For additional information, refer to Valve Cover
RH and Valve Cover
LH in this section ...
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) ...
Other materials:
Stabilizer Bar - Cobra
Removal
CAUTION: Suspension fasteners are critical parts because they affect
performance of vital
components and systems and their failure can result in major service expense. A
new part with
the same part number must be installed if installation becomes nec ...
Economical driving
Fuel economy is affected by several things, such as how you drive, the
conditions you drive under and how you maintain your vehicle.
There are some things to keep in mind that may improve your fuel
economy:
• Accelerate and slow down in a smooth, moderate f ...
Water Bypass Hose - 3.8L
Removal and Installation
1. Drain the engine coolant. For additional information, refer to Cooling
System Draining, Filling
and Bleeding in this section.
2. Remove the bypass hose.
3. To install, reverse the removal procedure.
4. Fill and bleed the co ...
