Ford Mustang (1999-2004) Service Manual: Exhaust Manifold - Inspection
Special Tool(s)
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Straight Edge 303-D039 (D83L-4201-A) or equivalent |
1. Place a straight edge across the exhaust manifold flanges and check for warping with a feeler gauge.
Bearing -Inspection
1. Inspect bearings for the following defects. Possible causes are shown:
1. Cratering - fatigue failure.
2. Spot polishing - incorrect seating.
3. Imbedded dirt engine oil.
4. Scratching - dirty engine oil.
5. Base exposed - poor lubrication.
6. Both edges worn - journal damaged.
7. One edge worn - journal tapered or bearing not seated.
Spark Plug - Inspection
1. Inspect the spark plug for a bridged gap.
Check for deposit build-up closing the gap between the electrodes.
Deposits are caused
by oil or carbon fouling.
Clean the spark plug.
2. Ch ...
Engine - 3.8L
General Specifications
a - 20-200 seconds to leakdown 3.18 mm (0.125 in) with 225 Newtons (50
pounds) load and tappet filled
with leak-down fluid.
Torque Specifications
a - Refer to th ...
Other materials:
Driveline System - General Information
Driveline Angles @ Curb Specifications
All driveshaft and pinion angles point downward.
General Specifications
a: Service refill capacities are determined by filling the axle 6.3 mm (0.25
in [1/4 in]) to 14.3 mm (0.57 in
[5/16 in]) below the bottom of the ...
Runout Check - Brake Disc and Hub
Special Tool(s)
Brake Measurement Kit
134-R0199 or equivalent
Material
Item
Specification
High Temperature Nickel Anti-
Seize Lubricant
F6AZ-9L494-AA
ESE-M12A4-
A
CAUTION: The brake disc (1126) runout specification must ...
SecuriLock® passive anti-theft system
Note: The system is not compatible with non-Ford aftermarket remote
start systems. Use of these systems may result in vehicle starting
problems and a loss of security protection.
Note: Metallic objects, electronic devices or a second coded key on the
same key ...
