Ford Mustang (1999-2004) Service Manual: Timing Drive Components

Installation

All vehicles 1. Position the engine front cover gasket on the engine front cover. 2. NOTE: If the engine front cover is not secured within four minutes, the sealant must be removed and the sealing ...

Removal

CAUTION: Since the engine is not free-wheeling, if the crankshaft or the camshafts are moved in any manner during removal and installation, the crankshaft and the camshafts must be re-synchronized. ...

Other materials:

Oil Pump Screen and Pickup Tube
Removal and Installation 1. Remove the oil pan (6675). For additional information, refer to Oil Pan in this section. 2. Remove the oil pump screen cover and tube (6622) and discard the gasket. 1. Remove the nut. 2. Remove the two bolts. 3. Remov ...

Starting a gasoline engine
When you start the engine, the idle speed increases, this helps to warm up the engine. If the engine idle speed does not slow down automatically, have your vehicle checked by an authorized dealer. Before starting the engine: • Make sure all occupants have f ...

Cleaning the engine
Engines are more efficient when they are clean because grease and dirt buildup keep the engine warmer than normal. When washing: • Take care when using a power washer to clean the engine. The high-pressure fluid could penetrate the sealed parts and cause da ...