Ford Mustang (1999-2004) Service Manual: Installation

All vehicles

1. Using the special tools, install the crankshaft rear oil seal.

  • Lubricate the oil seal using clean engine oil.

Crankshaft Rear Oil Seal

2. Using the special tool, install the crankshaft oil slinger.

Crankshaft Rear Oil Seal

Manual transmission vehicles

3. Install the flywheel. For additional information, refer to Flywheel in this section.

Automatic transmission vehicles

4. Install the flexplate. For additional information, refer to Flexplate in this section.

    Removal
    Automatic transmission vehicles 1. Remove the flexplate. For additional information, refer to Flexplate in this section. Manual transmission vehicles 2. Remove the flywheel. For additional informatio ...

    Engine Mount
    Special Tool(s) Support Bracket, Engine 303-639 3-Bar Engine Support Kit 303-F072 Alignment Tool, Subframe 502-004 ...

    Other materials:

    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. ...

    Transmission Cooling - Integral
    This vehicle with an automatic transmission is equipped with an integral transmission fluid cooler. The cooler is contained inside of the radiator outlet tank and cannot be serviced separately. The cooler transfers heat from the transmission fluid to the eng ...

    Inflating your tires
    Safe operation of your vehicle requires that your tires are properly inflated. Remember that a tire can lose up to half of its air pressure without appearing flat. Every day before you drive, check your tires. If one looks lower than the others, use a tire ga ...