Ford Mustang (1999-2004) Service Manual: Engine System - General Information
General Specifications
Engine
NOTE: This section contains information, steps and procedures that may not be specific to your engine.
This section covers general procedures and diagnosis and testing of the engine system, except for exhaust emission control devices, which are covered in the Powertrain Control/Emissions Diagnosis Manual.
The engine incorporates the following features:
- a closed positive crankcase ventilation (PCV) system.
- an exhaust emission control system.
- an evaporative emission control system.
Some engines incorporate a fail-safe cooling system. Refer to the appropriate section in Group for the procedure.
The engine, fuel system, ignition system, emissions system and exhaust system all affect exhaust emission levels and must be maintained according to the maintenance schedule. Refer to the scheduled Maintenance Guide.
Correct engine identification is required to order parts. Refer to the appropriate section in Group for the procedure.
For complete vehicle and engine identification codes.
- Engine (Diagnosis and Testing)
- Sprockets
- Rocker Arms - Inspection
- Push Rods - Inspection
- Camshaft Journal - Clearance, Plastigage Method
- Camshaft End Play - Push Rod Engines
- Camshaft End Play - OHC Engines
- Camshaft Lobe Lift
- Camshaft Runout
- Crankshaft Main Bearing Journal - Clearance
- Crankshaft End Play
- Crankshaft Runout
- Crankshaft - Connecting Rod Journal Taper, Out of Round
- Piston Inspection
- Piston - Pin to Bore Diameter
- Piston - Selection
- Piston - Ring End Gap
- Piston - Ring-to-Groove Clearance
- Piston - Pin Diameter
- Connecting Rod - Bushing Diameter
- Connecting Rod - Twist
- Connecting Rod - Bearing Journal Clearance
- Connecting Rod - Side Clearance
- Valve Stem to Valve Guide Clearance
- Valve Spring Strength
- Valve - Seat Inspection
- Cylinder Head - Distortion
- Cylinder Block Core Plug Replacement
- Spark Plug - Inspection
- Exhaust Manifold - Inspection
Engine
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Engine (Diagnosis and Testing)
Special Tool(s)
Commercially Available
Leakdown Tester
Quick Disconnect Compression
Tester
134-R0212 or equivalent
Dial Indicator Gauge Adapter
303-007 (TOOL-6565-AB) ...
Other materials:
Fog Lamps
Refer to Wiring Diagrams Cell 86 , Fog Lamps for schematic and connector
information.
Special Tool(s)
73 III Automotive Meter or
equivalent
105-R0057
Principles of Operation
The fog lamps will only illuminate when the low beam or parking l ...
Removal
1. Remove the upper intake manifold. For additional information, refer to
Intake Manifold-Upper
in this section.
2. Disconnect the fuel line. For additional information, refer to Section.
3. Remove the coolant by-pass tube. For additional information, refer ...
Disassembly
1. Remove the driveshaft (4602). For additional information, refer to
Driveshaft in this section.
2. CAUTION: Under no circumstances is the driveshaft assembly to be
clamped in the
jaws of a vise or similar holding fixture. Denting or localizing fracture ca ...
