Ford Mustang (1999-2004) Service Manual: Oil Filter Adapter

Removal

1. Drain the cooling system. For additional information, refer to Section.

2. Disconnect the lower radiator hose.

Oil Filter Adapter

3. Raise the vehicle. For additional information, refer to Section.

4. Drain the engine oil.

Oil Filter Adapter

5. Remove the oil filter adapter.

1. Remove the oil filter.

2. Remove the bolts.

3. Remove the oil filter adapter.

4. Remove the gasket.

Oil Filter Adapter

6. Clean and inspect the oil filter adapter.

  • Flush the oil filter adapter with parts cleaner. If metal particles are present in the adapter, install a new adapter.

Installation

1. To install, reverse the removal procedure.

Oil Filter Adapter

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