Ford Mustang (1999-2004) Service Manual: Roller Followers

Special Tool(s)

Compressor, Valve Spring 303-452 (T93P-6565-AR)

Removal and Installation

1. Remove the LH and RH valve cover. For additional information, refer to Valve Cover LH and Valve Cover RH in this section.

2. Position the piston of the cylinder being repaired at the bottom of the stroke and camshaft lobe at base circle.

3. Using the special tool, compress the intake valve spring and remove the roller follower.

Roller Followers

4. Using the special tool, compress the exhaust valve spring and remove the roller follower.

Roller Followers

5. Repeat Steps 2, 3 and 4 to remove all the necessary roller followers. Inspect roller finger followers and camshafts. For additional information, refer to Section.

6. To install, reverse the removal procedure.

    Hydraulic Lash Adjusters
    Removal 1. Remove the roller followers. For additional information, refer to Roller Followers in this section. 2. Remove the 16 hydraulic lash adjusters. 3. Inspect the roller followers. For addit ...

    Camshaft
    Special Tool(s) Holding Tool, Camshaft 303-446 (T93P-6256-AHR) Material Item Specification Super Premium SAE 5W-20 Engine Oil XO-5W20-QSP or equivalent WSS-M2C153- ...

    Other materials:

    Actuator - Speed Control Servo
    1. CAUTION: Electronic modules are sensitive to static electrical charges. If exposed to these charges, damage may result. Disconnect the battery ground cable. 2. Remove the LH wheel and tire; refer to Section. 3. Position aside the LH front splash shie ...

    Connect
    1. Install the A/C tube lock coupling spring. 2. Lubricate the inside of the coupling with PAG Refrigerant Compressor Oil (R-134a Systems) or equivalent. 3. CAUTION: Use only the new O-ring seals. The use of any O-ring seals other than those specified in ...

    Shift Point Road Test
    This test verifies that the shift control system is operating correctly. 1. Bring engine and transmission up to normal operating temperature. 2. Operate vehicle with transmission range selector lever in (D) position. 3. NOTE: Shift speed ranges a ...