Ford Mustang (1999-2004) Service Manual: Engine - 3.8L

General Specifications

General Specifications

General Specifications

General Specifications

General Specifications

a - 20-200 seconds to leakdown 3.18 mm (0.125 in) with 225 Newtons (50 pounds) load and tappet filled with leak-down fluid.

Torque Specifications

Torque Specifications

Torque Specifications

Torque Specifications

a - Refer to the procedure in this section

b - Advance one-half turn after gasket contacts the sealing surface.

Engine (DESCRIPTION AND OPERATION)

The 3.8L engine has:

  • a V-block with six cylinders and splayed crankpins.
  • a distributorless ignition system.
  • a multiport, sequential fuel injection (SFI) system.
  • overhead valves.
  • hydraulic valve tappets for automatic lash adjustment.
  • connecting rod parting faces that are unique with an interference fit.
  • an engine dynamic balance shaft.
Exhaust Manifold - Inspection
Special Tool(s) Straight Edge 303-D039 (D83L-4201-A) or equivalent 1. Place a straight edge across the exhaust manifold flanges and check for warping with a feeler gauge. Bearing ...

Engine Component View
Cylinder Heads and Valve Train Components   Engine Front Cover Components   Engine Components   Cylinder Block and Lower End Components   Engine (DIAGNOSIS AND TESTI ...

Other materials:

Air filter check
WARNING: To reduce the risk of vehicle damage and or personal burn injuries, do not start your engine with the air cleaner removed and do not remove it while the engine is running. Note: Failure to use the correct air filter element may result in severe engin ...

Accelerator Cable - Supercharged Engine
Removal and Installation 1. Push the accelerator cable nylon bushing out of the accelerator pedal and shaft arm. 2. Disconnect the accelerator cable from the throttle cam. 3. Depress the tabs and disconnect the accelerator cable from the bracket. 4. Rel ...

Pinpoint Test B: LFC 21/DTC B1921 - RCM Bracket Ground Resistance High
Normal Operation WARNING: The tightening torque of the restraints control module (RCM) retaining bolts is critical for proper air bag supplemental restraint system (SRS) operation. Refer to Restraints Control Module (RCM) in this section for correc ...