Ford Mustang (1999-2004) Service Manual: Valve Tappets

Material

Valve Tappets

Removal

CAUTION: If removing more than one valve tappet, mark the components removed for correct location.

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

2. Remove the push rods. For additional information, refer to Push Rod .

3. Remove the eight valve tappets.

1. Remove the bolts.

2. Remove the tappet guide plate and retainer.

3. Remove the valve tappets.

Valve Tappets

Installation

1. NOTE: Lubricate the valve tappet with clean engine oil before installing.

To install, reverse the removal procedure.

Valve Tappets

    Valve Springs
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    Camshaft
    Material Removal 1. Remove the valve tappets. For additional information, refer to Valve Tappets in this section. 2. Remove the timing chain. For additional information, refer to Timing Chain ...

    Other materials:

    Component Tests
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    Supercharger Cooling (Description and Operation)
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    Lifting
    CAUTION: Do not allow the lift adapters to contact the steering linkage, suspension arms, stabilizer arms, or to compress the lower suspension arm stabilizer bar insulator (5493). Damage to the suspension, exhaust and steering linkage components may occur i ...