Ford Mustang (1999-2004) Service Manual: Crankshaft Runout
Special Tool(s)
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Dial Indicator Gauge with Holding Fixture 100-002 (TOOL-4201-C) or equivalent |
1. NOTE: Crankshaft main bearing journals must be within specifications before checking runout.
Use the Dial Indicator Gauge with Holding Fixture to measure the crankshaft runout.
- Refer to the appropriate section in Group 303 for the procedure.
- Rotate the crankshaft and subtract the lowest dial indicator reading from the highest dial indicator reading to figure the crankshaft runout. If it is out of specification, install new components as necessary. Refer to the appropriate section in Group 303 for the procedure.

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 ...
Crankshaft - Connecting Rod Journal Taper, Out of Round
1. Measure the crankshaft connecting rod journal diameters in two
directions perpendicular to one
another at each end of the connecting rod journal. The difference in the
measurements from
one e ...
Other materials:
Installation
1. Install the bushings, if removed.
2. Using the transmission jack, raise the rear axle assembly into position.
3. Install the bolts and nuts.
4. Install the bolts.
5. CAUTION: Align the index-marks.
CAUTION: Install the driveshaft with new bolts. If ...
Disassembly
NOTE: The steering gear is serviceable as either a long or short rack
assembly. This procedure covers
the removal and installation of the components not supplied with a short rack
assembly. On short rack
assembly only the front wheel spindle tie-rods and fro ...
Economical driving
Fuel economy is affected by several things, such as how you drive, the
conditions you drive under and how you maintain your vehicle.
There are some things to keep in mind that may improve your fuel
economy:
• Accelerate and slow down in a smooth, moderate f ...

