Ford Mustang (1999-2004) Service Manual: Piston - Pin Diameter

1. Measure the piston pin diameter in two directions at the points shown. Verify the diameter is within specification.

  • Refer to the appropriate section in Group for the procedure.
  • If out of specification, install new components as necessary. Refer to the appropriate section in Group for the procedure.

Piston - Pin Diameter

Connecting Rod -Cleaning

CAUTION: Do not use a caustic cleaning solution or damage to connecting rods can occur.

1. NOTE: The connecting rod large end is a matched set. The connecting rod cap must be installed on the original connecting rod in the original position. Do not reverse the cap. Parts are not interchangeable.

Mark and separate the parts and clean with solvent. Clean the oil passages.

Connecting Rod -Cleaning

Connecting Rod -Large End Bore

1. Tighten the bolts to specification, then measure the bore in two directions. The difference is the connecting rod bore out-of-round. Verify the out-of-round is within specification.

  • Refer to the appropriate section in Group for the procedure.
  • If out of specification, install new components as necessary. Refer to the appropriate section in Group for the procedure.

Connecting Rod -Large End Bore

    Piston - Ring-to-Groove Clearance
    1. Inspect the piston for ring land damage or accelerated wear. 2. Measure the piston ring-to-groove clearance. Refer to the appropriate section in Group for the procedure. If out of specifica ...

    Connecting Rod - Bushing Diameter
    1. Measure the inner diameter of the connecting rod bushing, if equipped. Verify the diameter is within specification. Refer to the appropriate section in Group for the procedure. If out of s ...

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    Assembly
    1. CAUTION: Before beginning assembly, carry out and inspect the following: When building up subassemblies and assembling the transmission, ALWAYS use new gaskets and seals. All fasteners must be tightened to the torque specification indicated. In addition ...

    Caliper
    1. NOTE: It is not necessary to do a complete brake system bleed if only the disc brake caliper (2B120) was disconnected. Place a box end wrench on the disc brake caliper bleeder screw (2208). Attach a rubber drain tube to the disc brake caliper b ...

    Air Intake Scoop Bracket
    Removal and Installation 1. Remove the air intake scoop. For additional information, refer to Air Intake Scoop in this section. 2. Remove the air intake scoop bracket nut at the throttle body. 3. Remove the exhaust gas recirculation (EGR) vacuum regulat ...