Ford Mustang (1999-2004) Service Manual: Crankshaft Runout

Special Tool(s)

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 Runout

    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:

    Valve Springs
    Special Tool(s) Compressor, Valve Spring 303-163 (T81P-6513-A) Material Removal 1. Remove the LH and the RH valve covers. For additional information, refer to Valve Cover-LH and Valve Cover RH in this section. 2. Rotate the crankshaft un ...

    Assembly
    1. Install the valve stem seals. 2. Install the valves and the valve springs. 3. CAUTION: Make sure the tool is seated correctly on the valve spring. Apply a small amount of air at a time. This will prevent the tool from shifting and causing damage to the ...

    System Air Flow Description
    MAX A/C When MAX A/C is selected: The air inlet door vacuum control motor is at full vacuum, closing off outside air and admitting only recirculated air. The panel/defrost door vacuum control motor is at full vacuum and the panel/floor door vacu ...