Ford Mustang (1999-2004) Service Manual: Crankshaft Main Bearing Journal - Clearance
Special Tool(s)
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Plastigage 303-D031 (D81L-6002-B) or equivalent |
NOTE: Crankshaft main bearing journals must be within specifications before checking journal clearance.
1. Remove the crankshaft main bearing caps and crankshaft main bearing.
2. Lay a piece of Plastigage across the face of each crankshaft main bearing surface.

3. NOTE: Do not turn the crankshaft while carrying out this procedure.
Install and remove the crankshaft main bearing cap.
4. Verify the crankshaft journal clearance.
- Refer to the appropriate section in Group 303 for the procedure.
- If out of specification, install new components as necessary. Refer to the appropriate section in Group 303 for the procedure.

Camshaft Runout
Special Tool(s)
Dial Indicator Gauge with
Holding Fixture
100-002 (TOOL-4201-C) or
equivalent
1. NOTE: Camshaft journals must be within specifications before
checking runout.
Use ...
Crankshaft End Play
Special Tool(s)
Dial Indicator Gauge with
Holding Fixture
100-002 (TOOL-4201-C) or
equivalent
1. Measure the crankshaft end play. Use a Dial Indicator Gauge with Holding
Fixture t ...
Other materials:
Retractor - Rear Seat Safety Belt, Coupe
Special Tool(s)
Torx Bit, Safety Belt Bolt
501-010 (T77L-2100-A)
Removal
1. Remove the quarter trim panel (31012) and the angel wing trim. For
additional information, refer
to Section.
2. Using the special tool, remove the D-ring bolt.
3. U ...
Throttle Position (TP) Sensor
Removal
NOTE: The 3.8L engine is shown; the 4.6L (2V) is similar.
1. Disconnect the battery ground cable. For additional information,
refer to Section.
2. Remove the throttle position (TP) sensor.
Disconnect the connector.
Remove the screws, ...
Cylinder Head
Special Tool(s)
Compressor, Valve Spring
(Exhaust Side)
303-567 (T97P-6565-AH)
Compressor, Valve Spring
(Intake Side)
303-452 (T93P-6565-AR)
Holding Tool, Camshaft
303-446 (T93P-6256-AHR)
Compressor, ...

