Ford Mustang (1999-2004) Service Manual: Removal

1. Remove the upper intake manifold. For additional information, refer to Intake Manifold-Upper in this section.

2. Disconnect the fuel line. For additional information, refer to Section.

3. Remove the coolant by-pass tube. For additional information, refer to Section.

4. Remove the generator. For additional information, refer to Section.

5. Disconnect the electrical connector and the vacuum line from the fuel pressure sensor.

Intake Manifold - Lower

6. Disconnect the eight fuel injector electrical connectors.

Intake Manifold - Lower

7. Separate the fuel charging wiring harness from the fuel injection supply manifold studs in three places.

Intake Manifold - Lower

8. Remove the ten bolts in the sequence shown and raise the lower intake manifold slightly.

Intake Manifold - Lower

9. Disconnect the fuel charging wiring harness from the rear of the lower intake manifold and remove the manifold.

10. Remove the intake manifold gaskets.

  • Clean and inspect the sealing surfaces.

Intake Manifold - Lower

    Intake Manifold - Lower
    Material Item Specification Metal Surface Cleaner F4AZ-19A536-RA or equivalent WSE-M5B392-A ...

    Installation
    1. Install the lower intake manifold gaskets. 2. Connect the fuel charging wiring harness to the rear of the lower intake manifold and install the manifold. 3. Install the intake manifold fastener ...

    Other materials:

    Valve Stem to Valve Guide Clearance
    Special Tool(s) Dial Indicator Gauge with Holding Fixture 100-002 (TOOL-4201-C) or equivalent Clearance Gauge, Valve Guide 303-004 (TOOL-6505-E) or equivalent NOTE: Valve stem diameter must be within specifications before checkin ...

    Removal
    1. Disconnect the battery ground cable. For additional information, refer to Section. 2. Remove the engine air cleaner outlet pipe. For additional information, refer to Section. 3. Disconnect the vacuum hose and the idle air control (IAC) valve elect ...

    Exhaust Manifold RH
    Special Tool(s) Lifting Bracket, Engine 303-D088 (D93P-6001-A2) Support Bar, Engine 303-290-A Removal and Installation 1. Install the special tool. 2. Install the special tools. 3. Raise and support the vehicle. For additional ...