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
    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 V ...

    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:

    Bleeding - Components
    Special Tool(s) Worldwide Diagnostic System (WDS) 418-F224, New Generation STAR (NGS) Tester 418-F052, or equivalent scan tool NGS Flash Cable 418-F120 (007-00531) or Equivalent ...

    Headlamps
    Refer to Wiring Diagrams Cell 85 , Headlamps for schematic and connector information. Special Tool(s) 73III Automotive Meter or equivalent 105-R0057 Inspection and Verification 1. Verify the customer concern by operating the headlamps. ...

    Connect
    1. Install the A/C tube lock coupling spring. 2. Lubricate the inside of the coupling with PAG Refrigerant Compressor Oil (R-134a Systems) or equivalent. 3. CAUTION: Use only the new O-ring seals. The use of any O-ring seals other than those specified in ...