Ford Mustang (1999-2004) Service Manual: Exhaust Manifold - Inspection
Special Tool(s)
|
|
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:
Instrument Panel and Console
Torque Specifications
Instrument Panel
The instrument panel consists of the following components:
instrument cluster
instrument panel finish panels
audio unit
A/C controls
glove compartment door
passenger air bag module
glove compart ...
Rear Disc Brake (Description and Operation)
WARNING: Brake fluid contains polyglycol ethers and polyglycols.
Avoid contact with
eyes. Wash hands thoroughly after handling. If brake fluid contacts
eyes, flush eyes with
running water for 15 minutes. Get medical attention if irritation
persist ...
Transmission (Assembly)
Special Tool(s)
Dial Indicator with Bracketry
100-002 (TOOL-4201-C) or
Equivalent
Gauge, Clutch Housing
308-021 (T75L-4201-A)
Extension Housing Seal
Replacer
308-227 (T94P-7657-A)
Holding Fixture
307-0 ...

