Ford Mustang (1999-2004) Service Manual: Cylinder Head (Disassembly and Assembly of Subassemblies)

Ford Mustang (1999-2004) Service Manual / Engine / Engine - 4.6L (2V) / Cylinder Head (Disassembly and Assembly of Subassemblies)

Special Tool(s)

Compressor, Valve Spring 303-381(T91P-6565-A)
Compressor Spacer, Valve Spring 303-382 (T91P-6565-AH)
Installer, Valve Stem Oil Seal 303-383 (T91P-6571-A)

Material

Item Specification
Super Premium SAE 5W-20 Motor Oil 5W20-QSP or equivalent WSS-M2C153- H

Disassembly

1. Install the special tool.

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2. Using the special tool, remove the roller followers.

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3. Using the special tool, compress the valve spring.

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4. Remove the valves.

1. Remove the valve spring retainer keys.

2. Remove the valve spring retainers.

3. Remove the valve spring.

4. Remove the valves.

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5. Remove the hydraulic lash adjusters.

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6. Remove the bolts and the camshaft bearing caps.

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7. Remove the camshaft (6250).

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8. Remove the valve stem seals.

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Assembly

1. NOTE: Lubricate all moving parts with clean engine oil prior to assembly.

To install, reverse the removal procedure.

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    Piston
    Material Item Specification Super Premium SAE 5W-20 Motor Oil XO-5W20-QSP or equivalent WSS-M2C153- H Disassembly 1. Press the piston pin out of the connecting rod and piston a ...

    Other materials:

    Water Bypass Hose - 3.8L
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    Crankshaft Main Bearing Journal - Clearance
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    Transmission Fluid Cooler
    CAUTION: Whenever a transmission has been disassembled to install new parts, the cooler bypass valve (CBV), all transmission fluid coolers (in tank and auxiliary) and transmission fluid cooler lines must be cleaned and backflushed. Use a suitable the t ...