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.

Sprockets

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:

    Valve Springs
    Special Tool(s) Compressor, Valve Spring 303-163 (T81P-6513-A) Material Removal 1. Remove the LH and the RH valve covers. For additional information, refer to Valve Cover-LH and Valve Cover RH in this section. 2. Rotate the crankshaft un ...

    Pinion Seal
    Special Tool(s) Installer, Drive Pinion Oil Seal 205-133 (T79P-4676-A) Removal 1. Remove the pinion flange (4851). For additional information, refer to Drive Pinion Flange in this section. 2. Force up the metal flange of the rear axle drive p ...

    Flexplate
    Removal and Installation 1. Remove the transmission. For additional information, refer to Section. 2. Remove the six bolts retaining the flexplate to crankshaft, and remove the flexplate. 3. To install, reverse the removal procedure. Tighten the bolts in ...