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.
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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:
Crankshaft Main Bearing Journal - Clearance
Special Tool(s)
Plastigage
303-D031 (D81L-6002-B) or
equivalent
NOTE: Crankshaft main bearing journals must be within specifications
before checking journal
clearance.
1. Remove the crankshaft main bearing caps and crankshaft main bearing.
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Torque Converter Leak Check
Special Tool(s)
Leak Tester, Torque Converter
307-421
1. Clean the outside surface of the torque converter.
2. Install the special tool into the converter hub.
3. WARNING: Always follow correct safety procedures while using press.
Failure t ...
Manual transmission
Using the Clutch
Manual transmission vehicles have a starter interlock that prevents
starting the engine unless the clutch pedal is fully pressed.
To start the vehicle:
1. Make sure the parking brake is fully set.
2. Press the clutch pedal to the
floor, then ...
