Ford Mustang (1999-2004) Service Manual: Valve Tappets
Material
Removal
CAUTION: If removing more than one valve tappet, mark the components removed for correct location.
1. Remove the lower intake manifold. For additional information, refer to Lower Intake Manifold in this section.
2. Remove the push rods. For additional information, refer to Push Rod .
3. Remove the eight valve tappets.
1. Remove the bolts.
2. Remove the tappet guide plate and retainer.
3. Remove the valve tappets.
Installation
1. NOTE: Lubricate the valve tappet with clean engine oil before installing.
To install, reverse the removal procedure.
Valve Springs
Special Tool(s)
Compressor, Valve Spring
303-163 (T81P-6513-A)
Material
Removal
1. Remove the LH and the RH valve covers. For additional information,
refer to Valve Cover-LH
and V ...
Camshaft
Material
Removal
1. Remove the valve tappets. For additional information, refer to Valve
Tappets in this section.
2. Remove the timing chain. For additional information, refer to Timing
Chain ...
Other materials:
Intake Manifold Runner Control (IMRC) Actuator - 3.8L
Removal and Installation
1. Disconnect the battery ground cable. For additional information,
refer to Section.
2. Drain the cooling system. For additional information, refer to
Section.
3. Remove the upper intake manifold. For additional informat ...
Plenum Chamber
Removal
1. Remove the instrument panel. For additional information, refer to Section.
2. Remove the audio unit. For additional information, refer to Section.
3. If equipped, remove the CD player. For additional information, refer to
Section.
4. Remove the ...
Blower Motor
Removal
1. Disconnect the jumper wire.
2. Disconnect the main harness.
3. Remove the screws.
4. Separate the cover from the motor.
5. Separate the motor from the housing.
6. Disconnect the jumper from the motor.
Remove the blower motor.
Installa ...
