Ford Mustang (1999-2004) Service Manual: Cylinder Head

Special Tool(s)

Compressor, Valve Spring (Exhaust Side) 303-567 (T97P-6565-AH)

Compressor, Valve Spring (Intake Side) 303-452 (T93P-6565-AR)
Holding Tool, Camshaft 303-446 (T93P-6256-AHR)
Compressor, Valve Spring, Air Operated 134-R0207 or equivalent
Installer, Valve Stem Oil Seal 303-383 (T91P-6571-A)

Material

Item Specification
Super Premium SAE 5W-20 Engine Oil XO-5W20-QSP or equivalent WSS-M2C153- H
Engine (Disassembly)
Special Tool(s) Impact Slide Hammer 100-001 (T50T-100-A) Remover, Crankshaft Vibration Damper 303-009 (T58P-6316-D) Holding Tool, Crankshaft 303-448 (T93P ...

Disassembly
1. CAUTION: Do not place the cylinder head flat on the bench; the valves will bend. CAUTION: Before disassembly begins, mark the valve position on the face of each valve being removed. The valves mu ...

Other materials:

Analysis of Vibration
WARNING: A vehicle equipped with a Traction-Lok differential will always have both wheels driving. If only one wheel is raised off the floor and the rear axle is driven by the engine, the wheel on the floor could drive the vehicle off the stand or jack. Be s ...

Cooling System Draining, Filling and Bleeding
Material Item Specification Motorcraft Premium Gold Engine Coolant VC-7-A (in Oregon VC-7-B) (yellow color) WSS-M97B51- A1 Draining WARNING: Never remove the pressure relief cap while the engine is operating or when the cooling syst ...

Connecting Rod - Twist
1. Measure the connecting rod twist on a suitable alignment fixture. Follow the instructions of the fixture manufacturer. Verify the measurement is within specification. Refer to the appropriate section in Group for the procedure. If out of specificat ...