Ford Mustang (1999-2004) Service Manual: Engine Cooling
General Specifications

Torque Specifications


- Engine Cooling (Description and Operation)
- Engine Cooling (Diagnosis and Testing)
- Cooling System Draining, Filling and Bleeding
- Engine and Radiator Flushing
- Heater Core Backflushing
- Thermostat - 3.8L
- Thermostat - 4.6L(2V)
- Thermostat - 4.6L(4V)
- Bypass Tube - 3.8L
- Bypass Tube - Cobra
- Bypass Tube - Mach I
- Water Pump - 3.8L
- Water Pump - 4.6L(2V) and 4.6L(4V)
- Radiator
- Cooling Fan Motor and Shroud
- Water Bypass Hose - 3.8L
- Degas Bottle - 4.6L(2V) and 4.6L(4V)
Engine (Installation)
Special Tool(s)
Lifting Bracket, Engine
303-D087 (D93P-6001-A1)
Lifting Bracket, Engine
303-D088 (D93P-6001-A2)
Installer Set, Teflon Seal
211-D027 (D90P-35 ...
Engine Cooling (Description and Operation)
CAUTION: Vehicle cooling systems are filled with Motorcraft Premium
Gold Engine
Coolant VC-7-A (in Oregon VC-7-B) or equivalent meeting Ford specification
WSS-M97B51-A1
(yellow color). Always fill t ...
Other materials:
Engine Front Cover
Material
Item
Specification
Metal Surface Cleaner
F4AZ-19A536-RA or equivalent
WSE-M5B392-
A
Silicone Gasket and Sealant
F7AZ-19554-EA or equivalent
WSE-M4G323-
A4
SAE 5W-30 Premium Synthetic
Blend Motor Oil
XO-5W30-QSP ...
Valve Stem to Valve Guide Clearance
Special Tool(s)
Dial Indicator Gauge with
Holding Fixture
100-002 (TOOL-4201-C) or
equivalent
Clearance Gauge, Valve Guide
303-004 (TOOL-6505-E) or
equivalent
NOTE: Valve stem diameter must be within specifications before
checkin ...
Component Tests
Steering Linkage
1. NOTE: Excessive vertical motion of the studs relative to the
sockets may indicate excessive
wear.
With the parking brake applied, perform the following:
Have an assistant rotate the steering wheel back and forth 360 degrees
and watch ...
