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.

9. Remove the A/C compressor bracket.

10. Remove the three exhaust manifold studs.

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
Material
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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. ...
Other materials:
Inspection and Verification
1. Verify the customer concern is with the evaporative emission (EVAP)
system.
2. Visually inspect for the following obvious signs of mechanical damage.
Visual Inspection Chart
Mechanical
Fuel filler cap
EVAP test port
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Trim Panel - Package Tray
Special Tool(s)
Torx Bit, Safety Belt Bolt
501-010 (T77L-2100-A)
Removal and Installation
1. Remove the screw and the coat hook.
2. NOTE: Inspect the shoulder safety belt guide cover for damage. If the
shoulder safety belt guide
cover is d ...
Evaporative Emission Canister
Removal and Installation
1. WARNING: The evaporative emission system contains fuel vapor
and condensed
fuel vapor. Although not in large quantities, it still presents the
danger of explosion or
fire. Disconnect the battery ground cable from the bat ...
