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 ...

    Other materials:

    Front Subframe - 4.6L (2V) Engine
    Special Tool(s) Support Bar, Engine 303-290-A Lifting Bracket, Engine 303-D088 (D93P-6001-A2) Removal and Installation All vehicles 1. Remove the steering gear. For additional information, refer to Section. 2. Remove the lower co ...

    Camshaft Journal - Clearance, Plastigage Method
    Special Tool(s) Plastigage 303-D031 (D81L-6002-B) or equivalent NOTE: The camshaft journals must meet specifications before checking camshaft journal clearance. 1. Remove the camshaft bearing cap and lay Plastigage across the surface. Refer ...

    Idle Air Control (IAC) Valve - 4.6L (2V)
    Removal 1. Disconnect the battery ground cable. For additional information, refer to Section. 2. NOTE: Discard the idle air control (IAC) valve gasket. Remove the IAC valve. Disconnect the connector. Disconnect the hose. Remove the bolts, ...