Ford Mustang (1999-2004) Service Manual: Camshaft Journal - Clearance, Plastigage Method
Special Tool(s)
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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:
Removal
1. Disconnect the battery ground cable. For additional information, refer
to Section.
2. Remove the engine air cleaner outlet pipe. For additional information,
refer to Section.
3. Disconnect the vacuum hose and the idle air control (IAC) valve
elect ...
Canister Vent Solenoid Closing Procedure
Special Tool(s)
Worldwide Diagnostic System
(WDS)
418-F224,
New Generation STAR (NGS)
Tester
418-F052, or equivalent scan
tool
CAUTION: The canister vent solenoid must not be energized for more than
nine minutes
at one time. Once the ...
Positive Crankcase Ventilation (PCV) Hose
Removal and Installation
1. Disconnect the hose on the PCV valve.
2. Twist and remove the PCV valve.
3. To install, reverse the removal procedure.
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