Ford Mustang (1999-2004) Service Manual: 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 specification, install new components as necessary. Refer to the appropriate section in Group for the procedure.

Piston - Ring End Gap
CAUTION: Use care when fitting piston rings to avoid possible damage to
the piston ring
or the cylinder bore.
CAUTION: Piston rings should not be transferred from one piston to another.
NOTE: Cylin ...
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 s ...
Other materials:
Actuator Cable - Speed Control
1. Remove the speed control actuator cable end from the throttle body.
1. Lift the speed control cable from the throttle nailhead.
2. Release the speed control cable from the throttle bracket.
2. Remove the speed control cable from the retaining cli ...
Output Shaft
Special Tool(s)
Puller, Bearing
205-D064 (D84L-1123-A)
Adapter for 303-224 (Handle)
205-153 (T80T-4000-W)
Installer, Output Shaft Rear
Bearing
308-401
Remover/Installer, Bearing
Tube
308-025 (T75L-7025 ...
Trim Panel - Door
Removal
All vehicles
1. CAUTION: Use a shop towel or similar material between the
tool and the front door
trim panel or damage to the front door trim panel may occur.
Position the window regulator switch plate (14527) aside.
1. Pull at the ser ...
