Ford Mustang (1999-2004) Service Manual: Removal

1. Disconnect the battery negative cable.

2. Drain the engine cooling system.

3. Remove the RH exhaust manifold. For additional information, refer to Exhaust Manifold RH in this section.

4. Remove the lower intake manifold. For additional information, refer to Lower Intake Manifold in this section.

5. Remove the push rods. For additional information, refer to Push Rod in this section.

6. Remove the drive belt.

7. Disconnect the A/C manifold and tube assembly.

8. Disconnect the A/C compressor clutch electrical connector.

Cylinder Head RH

9. Remove the A/C compressor bracket.

Cylinder Head RH

10. Remove the three exhaust manifold studs.

Cylinder Head RH

11. NOTE: Discard the cylinder head gasket.

NOTE: Record the location of the long bolts and the short bolts.

Remove the cylinder head. Discard the cylinder head bolts.

Cylinder Head RH

    Cylinder Head RH
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    Installation
    NOTE: Do not use a fiber disc to clean the surfaces. Fibers from the disc can get into the oil pan and oil and clog the oil bypass valve. 1. Clean and inspect the cylinder head for flatness. 2. ...

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    Body System (Diagnosis and Testing)
    Inspection and Verification Leaks NOTE: Trim will reveal the location of most leaks. 1. Remove any trim or carpet in the general area of the leak. 2. Road test or water test the vehicle. 3. Inspect for a dust pattern around the area in question. In ...

    Radiator
    Removal and Installation 1. Drain the coolant. For additional information, refer to Supercharger Cooling System Draining, Filling and Bleeding in this section. 2. NOTE: RH is shown LH is similar. Disconnect the two coolant hoses. 3. Remove the bolts an ...

    Air Cleaner - 4.6L (2V) and 4.6L (4V)
    Removal and Installation Mach I 1. Disconnect the air intake scoop outlet tube. All vehicles 2. Remove the air cleaner outlet tube from the throttle body. For additional information, refer to Air Cleaner Outlet Pipe-4.6L (2V) or Air Cleaner Outlet Pipe- ...