Ford Mustang (1999-2004) Service Manual: Piston - Pin Connecting Rod, Floating Pin
Material
| Item | Specification |
| SAE 5W-20 Premium Synthetic Blend Engine Oil XO-5W20-QSP | WSS-M2C153- H |
Disassembly
1. Remove the clips.

2. Remove the piston pin from the piston and connecting rod assembly.

3. Remove the connecting rod from the piston.

4. Clean and inspect the piston and connecting rod. For additional information, refer to Section.
Assembly
1. NOTE: Connecting rod must be installed into piston with identification markings toward front.
Position the connecting rod in the piston.

2. Lubricate the piston pin and pin bore with clean engine oil.

3. Install the piston pin in the piston and connecting rod assembly.

4. Install the piston pin retaining clips in the piston.

Assembly
1. Install the valve stem seals.
2. Install the valves and the valve springs.
3. CAUTION: Make sure the tool is seated correctly on the valve spring.
Apply a small
amount of air at a time. This wil ...
Engine (Assembly)
Special Tool(s)
Guides, Connecting Rod
303-442 (T93P-6136-A)
Installer, Crankshaft Vibration
Damper
303-102 (T74P-6316-B)
Installer, Front Cover Oil Seal
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Other materials:
Inspection and Verification
1. Verify the customer concern by operating the engine to duplicate the
condition.
2. Visually inspect for obvious signs of mechanical damage. Refer to the
following chart.
Visual Inspection Chart
Mechanical
Engine coolant leaks
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Driver and passenger airbags
WARNING: Never place your arm or any objects over an airbag
module. Placing your arm over a deploying airbag can result in
serious arm fractures or other injuries. Objects placed on or over the
airbag inflation area may cause those objects to be propelled by t ...
Anti-Lock Control - Rear
Torque Specifications
Anti-Lock Control
The four wheel anti-lock brake system (4WABS) consists of the following
components:
anti-lock brake control module (2C346)
front anti-lock brake sensor (2C205)
front anti-lock brake sensor indicator (2C182)
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