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:
Connect
1. Install the A/C tube lock coupling spring.
2. Lubricate the inside of the coupling with PAG Refrigerant Compressor Oil
(R-134a Systems) or
equivalent.
3. CAUTION: Use only the new O-ring seals. The use of any O-ring seals
other than
those specified in ...
Jacking
WARNING: Never run the engine with one wheel off the ground, such as
when changing a
tire. The wheel still on the ground could cause the vehicle to move.
CAUTION: The jack (17080) provided with the vehicle is intended to be
used in an
emergency for changing ...
Wipers and Washers (Diagnosis and Testing)
Refer to Wiring Diagrams Cell 59 , Generic Electronic Module for
schematic and connector
information.
Refer to Wiring Diagrams Cell 81 , Interval Wiper/Washer for schematic
and connector information.
Special Tool(s)
Alternator, Regulato ...

