Ford Mustang (1999-2004) Service Manual: Piston - Pin Diameter
1. Measure the piston pin diameter in two directions at the points shown. Verify the diameter is within specification.
- Refer to the appropriate section in Group for the procedure.
- If out of specification, install new components as necessary. Refer to the appropriate section in Group for the procedure.
Connecting Rod -Cleaning
CAUTION: Do not use a caustic cleaning solution or damage to connecting rods can occur.
1. NOTE: The connecting rod large end is a matched set. The connecting rod cap must be installed on the original connecting rod in the original position. Do not reverse the cap. Parts are not interchangeable.
Mark and separate the parts and clean with solvent. Clean the oil passages.
Connecting Rod -Large End Bore
1. Tighten the bolts to specification, then measure the bore in two directions. The difference is the connecting rod bore out-of-round. Verify the out-of-round is within specification.
- Refer to the appropriate section in Group for the procedure.
- If out of specification, install new components as necessary. Refer to the appropriate section in Group for the procedure.
Piston - Ring-to-Groove Clearance
1. Inspect the piston for ring land damage or accelerated wear.
2. Measure the piston ring-to-groove clearance.
Refer to the appropriate section in Group for the procedure.
If out of specifica ...
Connecting Rod - Bushing Diameter
1. Measure the inner diameter of the connecting rod bushing, if equipped.
Verify the diameter is
within specification.
Refer to the appropriate section in Group for the procedure.
If out of s ...
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Pinpoint Test G: LFC 16/DTC B1925 - Passenger Air Bag Circuit Shorted to
Battery or Ignition
Normal Operation
The restraints control module (RCM) checks for passenger air bag circuit
shorts to battery or ignition
by monitoring the voltage of circuits 607 (LB/OG) and 616 (PK/BK) at pins 6
and 7. If the RCM detects
a short to battery or ignition ...
Electronic Vibration Analyzer (EVA)
The EVA is a hand-held electronic diagnostic tool which will assist in
locating the source of
unacceptable vibrations. The vibration sensor can be remotely mounted anywhere
in the vehicle for
testing purposes. The unit displays the three most common vibratio ...
Assembly
1. Inspect the clutch cylinder thrust surfaces, piston bore and clutch plate
serrations for scores or
burrs. Minor scores or burrs may be removed with crocus cloth. Install a new
clutch cylinder if
badly scored or damaged.
2. Check the fluid passage in the ...
