Ford Mustang (1999-2004) Service Manual: Installation

1. NOTE: LH shown; RH similar.

Install the camshafts.

  • Lubricate the camshafts with clean engine oil.

Camshaft

2. Install the camshaft bearing cap assemblies and tighten the bolts in the sequence shown.

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3. Install the bolts.

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4. CAUTION: Timing marks must be at 12 o'clock and indexed at 6 o'clock.

Install the camshaft sprockets and the chain as an assembly.

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5. Remove the lockpin from the chain tensioner.

Camshaft

6. Install the special tool.

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7. Install the camshaft spacer, washer and bolt and hand-tighten the bolt.

Camshaft

8. Install the camshaft sprocket, washer and bolt, and hand-tighten the bolt.

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9. Tighten the bolts in two stages:

  • Stage 1: Tighten to 40 Nm (30 lb-ft).
  • Tighten an additional 90 degrees.

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10. Remove the special tool.

11. Install the left timing chain for the left side or both timing chains for the right side. For additional information, refer to Timing Drive Components in this section.

12. 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 LH timing chain for the LH side and both timing chains for the RH side. For addi ...

    Exhaust Manifold RH
    Removal and Installation 1. Disconnect the battery ground cable. For additional information, refer to Section. 2. Raise the vehicle. For additional information, refer to Section. 3. Remove the dual ...

    Other materials:

    Rocker Arms - Inspection
    CAUTION: Do not attempt to true surfaces by grinding. Check the rocker arm pad, side rails and seat for excessive wear, cracks, nicks or burrs. Check the rocker arm seat bolt for stripped or broken threads. Install new components as ncessary or possible ...

    Ignition Coil-On-Plug
    Material Item Specification Silicone Brake Caliper Grease and Dielectric Compound D7AZ-19A331-A or equivalent ESE-M1C171- A Removal and Installation 1. Disconnect the battery ground cable. For additional information, refer to Section ...

    Installation
    1. NOTE: This procedure applies to both the LH and RH halfshafts. Install a new driveshaft bearing retainer circlip. 2. Remove the special tool. 3. CAUTION: Differential seal damage will occur if installing the halfshaft without the special tool installed. ...