Ford Mustang (1999-2004) Service Manual: Crankshaft Main Bearing Journal - Clearance
Special Tool(s)
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Plastigage 303-D031 (D81L-6002-B) or equivalent |
NOTE: Crankshaft main bearing journals must be within specifications before checking journal clearance.
1. Remove the crankshaft main bearing caps and crankshaft main bearing.
2. Lay a piece of Plastigage across the face of each crankshaft main bearing surface.

3. NOTE: Do not turn the crankshaft while carrying out this procedure.
Install and remove the crankshaft main bearing cap.
4. Verify the crankshaft journal clearance.
- Refer to the appropriate section in Group 303 for the procedure.
- If out of specification, install new components as necessary. Refer to the appropriate section in Group 303 for the procedure.

Camshaft Runout
Special Tool(s)
Dial Indicator Gauge with
Holding Fixture
100-002 (TOOL-4201-C) or
equivalent
1. NOTE: Camshaft journals must be within specifications before
checking runout.
Use ...
Crankshaft End Play
Special Tool(s)
Dial Indicator Gauge with
Holding Fixture
100-002 (TOOL-4201-C) or
equivalent
1. Measure the crankshaft end play. Use a Dial Indicator Gauge with Holding
Fixture t ...
Other materials:
Charge Air Cooler
Material
Item
Specification
Silicone Gasket and Sealant
F7AZ-19554-EA or equivalent
WSE-M4G323-EA
Removal and Installation
1. Drain the supercharger coolant. For additional information, refer to
Section.
2. Release the fuel pressure. F ...
Installation
1. NOTE: If the lower intake manifold is not secured within four
minutes, the sealant must be
removed and the sealing area cleaned with metal surface cleaner. Allow to
dry until there is no
sign of wetness, or four minutes, whichever is longer. Failure t ...
Installation
1. CAUTION: Do not allow grease, oil, brake fluid or other
contaminants to contact the
pad lining material. Do not install contaminated pads.
NOTE: Install all hardware supplied with pad kits.
Install the pads.
1. Install the new pad slippers. ...

