Ford Mustang (1999-2004) Service Manual: Sprockets
1. WARNING: To avoid the possibility of personal injury or damage to the vehicle, do not operate the engine with the hood open until the fan blade has been examined for possible cracks and separation.
NOTE: Specifications show the expected minimum or maximum condition. Refer to the appropriate section in Group 303 for the procedure.
NOTE: If a component fails to meet the specifications, it is necessary to install a new component or refinish. If the component can be refinished, wear limits are provided as an aid to making a decision. A new component must be installed for any component that fails to meet specifications and cannot be refinished.
Inspect the timing chain/belt and the sprockets.
- Install new components as necessary. Refer to the appropriate section in Group 303 for the procedure.

Rocker Arms - Cleaning
1. Clean all parts thoroughly. Make sure all oil passages are open.
2. Make sure oil passage in the push rod/valve tappet end of the rocker arm (6564) is open.
Component Tests
Engine Oil Leaks
NOTE: When diagnosing engine oil leaks, the source and location of
the leak must be positively
identified prior to repair.
Prior to carrying out this procedure, clean all sealin ...
Rocker Arms - Inspection
CAUTION: Do not attempt to true surfaces by grinding. Check the
rocker arm pad, side
rails and seat for excessive wear, cracks, nicks or burrs. Check the rocker
arm seat bolt for
stripped or bro ...
Other materials:
Spring Lock Coupling
The spring lock coupling is a refrigerant line coupling held together by a
garter spring inside a circular
cage.
When the coupling is connected together, the flared end of the female
fitting slips behind the
garter spring inside the cage of th ...
Exterior mirrors
Power Exterior Mirrors
WARNING: Do not adjust the mirror while your vehicle is in
motion.
A. Left mirror
B. Off
C. Right mirror
To adjust your mirrors:
1. Select the mirror you want to adjust.
2. Move the control in the direction you want to tilt the mirror.
...
Oil Level Indicator and Tube
Removal
1. Remove the oil level indicator.
2. Remove the LH exhaust manifold. For additional information, refer to Exhaust
Manifold LH in
this section.
3. Remove the bolt.
4. Remove the oil level indicator tube.
Installation
1. To install, reverse the r ...
