Ford Mustang (1999-2004) Service Manual: Hydraulic Lash Adjusters

Removal

1. Remove the roller followers. For additional information, refer to Roller Followers in this section.

2. Remove the 16 hydraulic lash adjusters.

Hydraulic Lash Adjusters

3. Inspect the roller followers. For additional information, refer to Section.

Installation

1. To install, reverse the removal procedure.

    Installation
    1. Using the special tools, install the new intake valve stem seals. 2. Using the special tools, install the new exhaust valve stem seals. 3. Install the Valve Spring Compressor Spacer between the ...

    Roller Followers
    Special Tool(s) Compressor, Valve Spring 303-452 (T93P-6565-AR) Removal and Installation 1. Remove the LH and RH valve cover. For additional information, refer to Valve Cover LH and ...

    Other materials:

    Crankshaft Rear Seal
    Special Tool(s) Impact Slide Hammer 100-001 (T50T-100-A) Remover, Crankshaft Rear Seal 303-519 (T95P-6701-EH) Replacer, Rear Crankshaft Seal 303-516 (T95P-6701-BH) Spacer, Rear Crank Seal Replacer 30 ...

    Analysis of Vibration
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    Torque Converter Diagnosis
    Prior to the installation of a new or remanufactured torque converter, all diagnostic procedures must be followed. This is to prevent the unnecessary installation of torque converters. Only after a complete diagnostic evaluation can the decision be m ...