Ford Mustang (1999-2004) Service Manual: Valve Cover - LH

Removal and Installation

1. Position the ignition wires (12281) aside.

Valve Cover -LH

2. Disconnect the positive crankcase ventilation (PCV) valve (6758).

Valve Cover -LH

3. Remove the ignition coil and position aside.

1. Disconnect the electrical connector.

2. Disconnect the accelerator control cable retainer.

3. Remove the bolts.

Valve Cover -LH

4. Remove the LH valve cover (6A565).

  • Inspect the gasket (6584) and install a new gasket if necessary.

Valve Cover -LH

5. To install, reverse the removal procedure.

    Installation
    1. NOTE: If the lower intake manifold is not secured within four minutes, the sealant must be removed and the sealing area cleaned with metal surface cleaner. Allow to dry until there is no sign ...

    Valve Cover RH
    Removal and Installation 1. Remove the throttle body. For additional information, refer to Section. 2. Disconnect the crankcase vent hose. 3. Remove the differential feedback exhaust gas recirc ...

    Other materials:

    Removal
    1. Remove the differential assembly from the differential housing. For additional information, refer to Differential Case in this section. 2. CAUTION: Record the torque necessary to maintain rotation of the drive pinion gear through several revolutions prio ...

    Installation
    All vehicles 1. Using the special tools, install the crankshaft rear oil seal. Lubricate the oil seal using clean engine oil. 2. Using the special tool, install the crankshaft oil slinger. Manual transmission vehicles 3. Install the flywheel. For additi ...

    Piston - Pin to Bore Diameter
    1. WARNING: Cover the end of the pin bore with a hand or shop rag when removing the retainer ring, since it has a tendency to spring out. Wear eye protection. NOTE: Piston and piston pins are a matched set and should not be interchanged. Measure the pisto ...