Ford Mustang (1999-2004) Service Manual: 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, Valve Spring, Air Operated 134-R0207 or equivalent
	Installer, Valve Stem Oil Seal 303-383 (T91P-6571-A)

Material

Item	Specification
Super Premium SAE 5W-20 Engine Oil XO-5W20-QSP or equivalent	WSS-M2C153- H

Engine (Disassembly)

Special Tool(s) Impact Slide Hammer 100-001 (T50T-100-A) Remover, Crankshaft Vibration Damper 303-009 (T58P-6316-D) Holding Tool, Crankshaft 303-448 (T93P ...

1. CAUTION: Do not place the cylinder head flat on the bench; the valves will bend. CAUTION: Before disassembly begins, mark the valve position on the face of each valve being removed. The valves mu ...

Other materials:

Removal
1. Raise and support the vehicle. 2. Remove the rear wheel and tire assemblies. 3. CAUTION: Remove the rear brake calipers to prevent drag during the drive pinion bearing preload adjustment. CAUTION: Do not allow the calipers to hang from the brake hoses ...

Column
Removal and Installation All vehicles 1. Disconnect the battery ground cable and wait at least one minute to allow the depletion of the restraint system backup power supply. 2. WARNING: To avoid the risk of serious personal injury, follow all warnings, c ...

Assembly
1. Carry out the following before reassembling: Inspect the gears for broken or cracked teeth. Check for unusual wear patterns. Inspect the thrust washers for face wear, cracks, scoring and for signs of heat damage. Inspect the bearings, bearing cups a ...