Ford Mustang (1999-2004) Service Manual: Piston

Special Tool(s)

Piston Pin Tool or equivalent 303-D034 (D81L-6135-A)

Material

Item Specification
SAE 5W-20 Premium Synthetic Blend Motor Oil XO-5W20-QSP or equivalent WSS-M2C153- H

Disassembly

1. Using the special tool, press the piston pin out from the connecting rod and piston assembly.

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2. Remove the connecting rod from the piston.

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3. Clean and inspect the connecting rod and piston.

Assembly

1. Lubricate the piston pin and piston pin bore with clean engine oil.

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2. NOTE: The connecting rod can be installed in either direction.

Position the piston pin in the bore aligned with the connecting rod bore.

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3. Using the special tool, press the piston pin into the piston and rod assembly.

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