Ford Mustang (1999-2004) Service Manual: Installation

1. Using the special tools, install the new intake valve stem seals.

Valve - Springs, Retainer and Valve Stem Seal

2. Using the special tools, install the new exhaust valve stem seals.

Valve - Springs, Retainer and Valve Stem Seal

3. Install the Valve Spring Compressor Spacer between the valve spring coils to protect the intake valve stem seal from damage.

Valve - Springs, Retainer and Valve Stem Seal

4. Using the special tool, install the intake valve spring, the spring retainer and the valve spring retainer keys.

Valve - Springs, Retainer and Valve Stem Seal

5. Install the Valve Spring Compressor Spacer between the valve spring coils to protect the intake valve stem seal from damage.

Valve - Springs, Retainer and Valve Stem Seal

6. Using the special tool, install the exhaust valve spring, the spring retainer and the valve spring retainer keys.

Valve - Springs, Retainer and Valve Stem Seal

7. Remove the compressed air hose from the cylinder.

8. Install the spark plugs. For additional information, refer to Section.

9. Install the roller followers. For additional information, refer to Roller Followers in this section.

    Removal
    1. Remove the roller followers. For additional information, refer to Roller Followers in this section. 2. Remove the spark plugs. For additional information, refer to Section . 3. Position the pist ...

    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 addit ...

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    Rear Suspension
    Torque Specifications WARNING: All vehicles are equipped with gas pressurized shock absorbers which will extend unassisted. Do not apply heat or flame to the shock absorbers during removal or component servicing. Failure to follow these instructions can re ...

    Bar - Stabilizer
    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 or an equivalent part must be installed, if i ...

    Installation
    1. Inspect the rear axle pinion flange seal journal for rust, nicks, and scratches prior to installing the flange. Polish the seal journal with fine crocus cloth, if necessary. 2. Lubricate the rear axle pinion flange splines. Use SAE 75W-140 High Performa ...