Ford Mustang (1999-2004) Service Manual: Cylinder Head - Distortion
Special Tool(s)
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Straight Edge 303-D039 (D83L-4201-A) or equivalent |
1. Use a straight edge and a feeler gauge to inspect the cylinder head for flatness. If the cylinder head is distorted, install a new cylinder head.
Cylinder Bore -Cleaning
1. CAUTION: If these procedures are not followed, rusting of the cylinder bores may occur.
Clean the cylinder bores with soap or detergent and water.
2. Thoroughly rinse with clean water and wipe dry with a clean, lint-free cloth.
3. Use a clean, lint-free cloth and lubricate the cylinder bores.
- Use clean engine oil meeting Ford specification.
Valve - Seat Inspection
Valve and Seat Refacing Measurements
CAUTION: After grinding valves or valve seats, check valve
clearance.
1. Check the valve head and seat.
Check valve angles.
Check margin width.
Refer t ...
Cylinder Block Core Plug Replacement
Special Tool(s)
Slide Hammer
100-001 (T50T-100-A)
Material
1. Use a slide hammer or tools suitable to remove the cylinder block core
plug.
2. Inspect the cylinder block plug bore f ...
Other materials:
Disc Check
Special Tool(s)
Brake/Automobile Brake Drum
System with Vacuum
164-R3622 or equivalent
Dial Indicator/Magnetic Base
100-D002 (D78P-4201-B) or
equivalent
WARNING: Dust and dirt present on wheel brake and clutch assemblies may
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Driving Aids
STEERING
Electric Power Steering
WARNING: The electric power steering system has diagnostic
checks that continuously monitor the system to ensure proper
operation. When a system error is detected a steering message will
appear in the information display.
WARNI ...
Idle Air Control (IAC) Valve - Mach I
Removal and Installation
1. Remove the air intake scoop. For additional
information, refer to Section.
2. Disconnect the idle air control (IAC) valve electrical connector.
3. Remove the bolts, the IAC valve and the gasket.
4. NOTE: Install a new ga ...
