Ford Mustang (1999-2004) Service Manual: Camshaft End Play - Push Rod Engines
Special Tool(s)
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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 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 block.
4. Zero the indicator.
5. Move the camshaft to the front of the cylinder block. Note and record the camshaft end play.
- If the camshaft end play exceeds specifications, install a new
camshaft thrust plate.
Refer to the appropriate section in Group 303 for the procedure.
Camshaft Journal - Clearance, Plastigage Method
Special Tool(s)
Plastigage
303-D031 (D81L-6002-B) or
equivalent
NOTE: The camshaft journals must meet specifications before checking
camshaft journal clearance.
1. Remove the camsh ...
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 ...
Other materials:
Safety Belt Buckle - Rear Seat
Removal
1. Remove the rear seat cushion.
2. Remove the bolt and the safety belt buckle.
Installation
1. NOTE: LH and RH rear seat safety belt buckles have different anchor
plates. Make sure correct
part is used when installing buckle and anchor plate in th ...
Assembly
1. Inspect the clutch cylinder thrust surfaces, piston bore and clutch plate
serrations for scores or
burrs. Minor scores or burrs may be removed with crocus cloth. Install a new
clutch cylinder if
badly scored or damaged.
2. Check the fluid passage in the ...
Fuel Filter
Removal
WARNING: Fuel supply lines on all vehicles equipped with fuel injected
engines will
remain pressurized for long periods of time after engine shutdown. Fuel system
pressure must
be relieved prior to fuel system service to prevent possible personal inj ...
