Ford Mustang (1999-2004) Service Manual: Piston - Ring-to-Groove Clearance

1. Inspect the piston for ring land damage or accelerated wear.

Piston - Ring-to-Groove Clearance

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-to-Groove Clearance

    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 ...

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    Pinpoint Tests
    PINPOINT TEST P1464: DTC P1464: A/C DEMAND OUT OF SELFTEST RANGE Test Step Result / Action to Take P14641 RECHECK FOR THE DTC YesGO to P14642 . No The system is functioning correctly. This DTC will set if the A/C is turned on when carryi ...

    Removal
    1. Disconnect the battery ground cable. For additional information, refer to Section. 2. Drain the engine cooling system. For additional information, refer to Section . 3. Remove the crankshaft pulley. For additional information, refer to Crankshaft ...

    Oil Pan
    Special Tool(s) Compressor, Coil Spring 204-D001 (D78P-5310-A) Support Bar, Engine 303-290-A Lifting Bracket, Engine 303-D087 (D93P-6001-A1) Lifting Bracket, Engine 303-D088 (D93P-6001-A2) Material ...