Ford Mustang (1999-2004) Service Manual: Piston
Special Tool(s)
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Piston Pin Tool or equivalent 303-D034 (D81L-6135-A) |
Material
Item | Specification |
SAE 5W-20 Premium Synthetic Blend Motor Oil XO-5W20-QSP or equivalent | WSS-M2C153- H |
Disassembly
1. Using the special tool, press the piston pin out from the connecting rod and piston assembly.
2. Remove the connecting rod from the piston.
3. Clean and inspect the connecting rod and piston.
Assembly
1. Lubricate the piston pin and piston pin bore with clean engine oil.
2. NOTE: The connecting rod can be installed in either direction.
Position the piston pin in the bore aligned with the connecting rod bore.
3. Using the special tool, press the piston pin into the piston and rod assembly.
Cylinder Head
Special Tool(s)
Compressor, Valve Spring
303-163 (T81P-6513-A)
Material
Item
Specification
SAE 5W-20 Premium Synthetic
Blend Motor Oil
XO-5W20-QSP or equivalent
WSS- ...
Engine (Assembly)
Special Tool(s)
Slide Hammer
307-005 (T59L-100-B)
Remover Adapter, Vibration
Damper
303-176 (T82L-6316-B)
Installer, Crankshaft Front Seal
303-474 (T94P-6701 ...
Other materials:
Battery Disconnect
WARNING: Batteries normally produce explosive gases which can
cause personal injury.
Therefore, do not allow flames, sparks or lighted substances to come
near the battery, always
shield your face and protect your eyes. Always provide ventilation.
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Generator - 3.8L
Removal and Installation
1. Disconnect the battery (10655). For additional information, refer
to Section.
2. Relieve the accessory drive belt (8620) tension and remove the belt
from the generator pulley.
Leave the belt in place for reinstallation ...
Overdrive Servo
Special Tool(s)
Remover/Installer, Servo
Piston
307-251 (T92P-70023-A)
Removal
1. Remove the main control valve body. For additional information, refer
to Main Control Valve
Body in this section.
2. NOTE: If the tool is not available, e ...