Ford Mustang (1999-2004) Service Manual: Valve Spring Strength

Special Tool(s)

 Pressure Gauge, Valve/Clutch Spring 303-006 (TOOL-6513-DD) or equivalent

1. Use a Valve/Clutch Spring Pressure Gauge to check the valve spring for correct strength at the specified valve spring length.

  • Refer to the appropriate section in Group 303 for the procedure.
  • If out of specification, install new components as necessary. Refer to the appropriate section in Group 303 for the procedure.

Valve Spring Strength

    Valve Stem to Valve Guide Clearance
    Special Tool(s) Dial Indicator Gauge with Holding Fixture 100-002 (TOOL-4201-C) or equivalent Clearance Gauge, Valve Guide 303-004 (TOOL-6505-E) or equivalent NOTE: Valve ...

    Valve - Seat Inspection
    Valve and Seat Refacing Measurements CAUTION: After grinding valves or valve seats, check valve clearance. 1. Check the valve head and seat. Check valve angles. Check margin width. Refer t ...

    Other materials:

    Oil Level Indicator and Tube
    Removal 1. Remove the oil level indicator. 2. Remove the LH exhaust manifold. For additional information, refer to Exhaust Manifold LH in this section. 3. Remove the bolt. 4. Remove the oil level indicator tube. Installation 1. To install, reverse the r ...

    Synchronizers
    Disassembly NOTE: This procedure applies to all synchronizer assemblies (7124). The synchronizers are slightly different in design. Notation is made where procedural differences occur. 1. On the third/fourth speed synchronizer and the fifth speed synchr ...

    Instrument Cluster (Description and Operation)
    The instrument cluster (10849) consists of the following components: Instrument Cluster-Base 3.8L Engine   Instrument Cluster-Base 4.6L Engine   Instrument Cluster-Cobra   ...