Ford Mustang (1999-2004) Service Manual: Spark Plugs
Removal and Installation
1. Remove the ignition coil-on-plug. For additional information, refer to Ignition Coil-On-Plug in this section.
2. NOTE: Use compressed air to remove any foreign material from the spark plug well before removing the spark plugs.
NOTE: If an original spark plug is used, make sure it is installed in the same cylinder from which it was taken. New spark plugs can be used in any cylinder.
Remove the RH spark plugs.

3. Remove the LH spark plugs.

4. Inspect the spark plugs. Install new spark plugs as necessary. For additional information, refer to Section.
5. Adjust the spark plug gap as necessary.

6. To install, reverse the removal procedure.
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 ...
Engine Emission Control
Torque Specifications
...
Other materials:
Stay Pad - Convertible Top
Removal
1. Remove the convertible top material. For additional information, refer to
Convertible Top
Material in this section.
2. Remove the rear window glass. For additional information, refer to
Convertible Top Assembly-
Rear Window Glass in this section. ...
Mass Air Flow (MAF) Sensor - 3.8L
Removal
CAUTION: The mass air flow (MAF) sensor hot wire sensing
element and housing are
calibrated as a unit and must be repaired as a complete assembly. Do not
damage the sensing
element (internal to housing) or possible failure to the mass air f ...
Valve Stem to Valve Guide Clearance
Special Tool(s)
Dial Indicator Gauge with
Holding Fixture
100-002 (TOOL-4201-C) or
equivalent
Clearance Gauge, Valve Guide
303-004 (TOOL-6505-E) or
equivalent
NOTE: Valve stem diameter must be within specifications before
checkin ...
