Ford Mustang (1999-2004) Service Manual: 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 recirculation (EGR) system vacuum hoses and the bracket bolts. Position the bracket assembly aside.
4. Disconnect the EGR tube.
5. Remove the EGR tube.
6. Position the spark plug wires aside.
7. Remove the RH valve cover.
8. To install, reverse the removal procedure.
- Install a new valve cover gasket as necessary.
Valve Cover - LH
Removal and Installation
1. Position the ignition wires (12281) aside.
2. Disconnect the positive crankcase ventilation (PCV) valve (6758).
3. Remove the ignition coil and position aside.
1. ...
Crankshaft Pulley
Special Tool(s)
Remover, Crankshaft Vibration
Damper
303-009 (T58P-6316-D)
Remover, Crankshaft Vibration
Damper
303-176 (T82L-6316-B)
Installer, Crankshaft
Damper/C ...
Other materials:
Removal
CAUTION: Since the engine is not free-wheeling, timing procedures must
be followed
exactly or piston and valve damage can occur.
1. Remove the engine front cover. For additional information, refer to Engine
Front Cover in this
section.
2. Remove the cranksh ...
Disassembly
1. Remove the differential assembly from the differential housing. For
additional information, refer
to Differential Case in this section.
2. Remove the 10 bolts.
3. CAUTION: Do not damage the threads in the bolt holes.
Insert a punch in the bolt holes, a ...
Piston - Ring-to-Groove Clearance
1. Inspect the piston for ring land damage or accelerated wear.
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 a ...
