Ford Mustang (1999-2004) Service Manual: 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 camshaft bearing cap and lay Plastigage across the surface. Refer to the appropriate section in Group 303 for the procedure.
2. NOTE: Do not turn the camshaft while carrying out this procedure.
Position the camshaft bearing cap and install the bolts. Refer to the appropriate section in Group 303 for the procedure.
3. Use Plastigage to verify the camshaft journal clearance.
- If out of specification, install new components as necessary. Refer to the appropriate section in Group 303 for the procedure.
Push Rods - Inspection
1. CAUTION: Do not attempt to straighten push rods. Check the ends of the push rods for nicks, grooves, roughness or excessive wear. Install new push rods as necessary. Refer to the appropriate se ...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 ...Other materials:
Connecting Rod - Bushing Diameter
1. Measure the inner diameter of the connecting rod bushing, if equipped.
Verify the diameter is
within specification.
Refer to the appropriate section in Group for the procedure.
If out of specification, install new components as necessary. Refer
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Pressure
1. Clean all dirt from and remove the brake master cylinder filler
cap and fill the brake master
cylinder reservoir with the specified brake fluid.
2. NOTE: Master cylinder pressure bleeder adapter tools are available
from various manufacturers
of pres ...
Installation
WARNING: To reduce the risk of serious personal injury, read
and follow all warnings,
cautions and notes at the beginning of the removal procedure.
1. Disconnect the battery ground cable and wait at least one minute. For
additional information,
re ...