Ford Mustang (1999-2004) Service Manual: 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 in this section.
3. Position the wire harness aside.
4. Remove the radiator fan and shroud assembly.
5. Remove the engine balance shaft drive gear from the camshaft.
1. Remove the camshaft key.
2. Remove the engine balance shaft drive gear.
6. Remove the camshaft.
1. Remove the bolts.
2. Remove the camshaft thrust plate.
3. Remove the spacer.
4. Remove the camshaft.
Installation
1. NOTE: Lubricate the camshaft with clean engine oil prior to installation.
To install, reverse the removal procedure.
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
Lo ...
Engine Dynamic Balance Shaft
Removal
1. Remove the timing chain (6268). For additional information, refer to
Timing Chain in this
section.
2. Disconnect and position the wire harness aside.
3. Remove the radiator fan and ...
Other materials:
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 appr ...
Cleaning the engine
Engines are more efficient when they are clean because grease and dirt
buildup keep the engine warmer than normal.
When washing:
• Take care when using a power washer to clean the engine. The
high-pressure fluid could penetrate the sealed parts and cause
da ...
Exhaust System (Diagnosis and Testing)
Symptom Chart
Condition
Possible Sources
Action
Noisy or
leaking
exhaust
Broken or loose
clamps, hangers or
isolators.
Punctures in the muffler
(5230).
Broken, loose or
missing exhaust
manifold fa ...
