Ford Mustang (1999-2004) Service Manual: Camshaft End Play - OHC Engines
Special Tool(s)
|
|
Dial Indicator Gauge with Holding Fixture 100-002 (TOOL-4201-C) or equivalent |
1. Remove the roller followers. Refer to the appropriate section in Group 303 for the procedure.
2. Use a Dial Indicator Gauge with Holding Fixture to measure camshaft end play.
3. Position the camshaft to the rear of the cylinder head.
4. Zero the indicator.
5. Move the camshaft to the front of the cylinder head. Note and record the camshaft end play.
- If camshaft end play exceeds specifications, install new camshaft
and recheck end play.
Refer to the appropriate section in Group 303 for the procedure.
- If camshaft end play exceeds specification after camshaft installation, install a new cylinder head. Refer to the appropriate section in Group 303 for the procedure.
Camshaft -Lobe Surface
1. Inspect camshaft lobes for pitting or damage in the contact area. Minor pitting is acceptable outside the contact area.
- If excessive pitting or damage is present, install new components as necessary. Refer to the appropriate section in Group 303 for the procedure.
Camshaft End Play - Push Rod Engines
Special Tool(s)
Dial Indicator Gauge with
Holding Fixture
100-002 (TOOL-4201-C) or
equivalent
1. Remove the valve tappets. Refer to the appropriate section in Group 303
for the pr ...
Camshaft Lobe Lift
Special Tool(s)
Dial Indicator Gauge with
Holding Fixture
100-002 (TOOL-4201-C) or
equivalent
1. Use a Dial Indicator Gauge with Holding Fixture to measure camshaft
intake/exhaust ...
Other materials:
Inspection and Verification
1. Verify customer concern by running the engine.
2. Inspect the drive belt for chunking, fraying and wear.
3. Check the drive belt for correct routing.
Drive Belt Cracking/Chunking/Wear
V Ribbed Serpentine Drive Belt With Cracks Across Ribs
The accessory ...
Water Bypass Hose - 3.8L
Removal and Installation
1. Drain the engine coolant. For additional information, refer to Cooling
System Draining, Filling
and Bleeding in this section.
2. Remove the bypass hose.
3. To install, reverse the removal procedure.
4. Fill and bleed the co ...
Deactivation
WARNING: Always wear safety glasses when repairing an air bag
supplemental restraint
system (SRS) vehicle and when handling an air bag module. This will
reduce the risk of injury
in the event of an accidental deployment.
WARNING: Carry a live air ...
