Ford Mustang (1999-2004) Service Manual: Engine - 4.6L (2V)
General Specifications



a - With installation of a new filter.
b - Distance front edge of bearing is installed below front face of cylinder block.
c - Time necessary for plunger to leak down 1.6 mm of travel with 222 N force and leak down fluid in tappet.
d - Measured at 31.5 mm from top of block. Measured at 43 mm from top of piston, at 90 degrees to the piston pin.
e - Specification in 90.200 mm diameter gauge.
f - If applicable, measured vertically, +0.030-0.050 mm (0.001-0.002 inch) measured horizontally (oval pin bore).
g - Pin bore and crank bearing bore must be parallel and in same vertical plane within the specified total difference when measured at the ends of a 203 mm bar, 101.5 mm on each side of rod centerline.
Torque Specifications


a - Refer to the procedure in this section.
- Engine
- Intake Manifold
- Valve Cover RH
- Valve Cover LH
- Crankshaft Pulley
- Crankshaft Front Oil Seal
- Engine Front Cover
- Timing Drive Components
- Valve Seals
- Hydraulic Lash Adjuster
- Camshaft Roller Follower
- Camshaft
- Exhaust Manifold RH
- Exhaust Manifold LH
- Oil Filter Adapter
- Oil Level Indicator and Tube
- Oil Pan
- Flywheel
- Flexplate
- Engine Mount RH
- Engine Mount LH
- Cylinder Heads (Removal)
- Engine (Removal)
- Engine (Disassembly)
- Cylinder Head (Disassembly and Assembly of Subassemblies)
- Piston
- Engine (Assembly)
- Cylinder Heads (Installation)
- Engine (Installation)
Engine (Installation)
Special Tool(s)
Heavy Duty Floor Crane
014-00071 or equivalent
Spreader Bar
303-D089 (D93P-6001-A3) or
equivalent
Material
Item
Specification
SAE 5W-20 Pre ...
Engine
A modular engine is built around four modules:
the intake module
the cylinder head module (RH)
the cylinder head module (LH)
the lower engine module
While no ...
Other materials:
Essential towing checks
Follow these guidelines for safe towing:
• Do not tow a trailer until you drive your vehicle at least 1000 miles
(1600 kilometers).
• Consult your local motor vehicle laws for towing a trailer.
• See the instructions included with towing accessories for ...
Connecting Rod - Bearing Journal Clearance
Special Tool(s)
Plastigage
303-D031 (D81L-6002-B) or
equivalent
NOTE: The crankshaft connecting rod journals must be within
specifications to check the connecting
rod bearing journal clearance.
1. Remove the connecting rod bearing cap.
2. ...
Disassembly
1. WARNING: To avoid risk of serious personal injury, follow all
warnings, cautions,
notes and instructions in the driver air bag removal and installation procedure.
Remove the steering column (3C529). For additional information, refer to Column
in this
s ...
