Ford Mustang (1999-2004) Service Manual: Engine (Diagnosis and Testing)

Special Tool(s)

Commercially Available Leakdown Tester
Quick Disconnect Compression Tester 134-R0212 or equivalent
Dial Indicator Gauge Adapter 303-007 (TOOL-6565-AB) or equivalent
Dial Indicator Gauge with Holding Fixture 100-002 (TOOL-4201-C) or equivalent
Engine Cylinder Leak Detection/Air Pressurization Kit 014-00708 or equivalent
Oil Pressure Gauge 303-088 (T73L-6600-A)
UV Leak Detector Kit 164-R0756 or equivalent
Vacuum/Pressure Tester 164-R0253 or equivalent

Material

Material

Engine System - General Information
General Specifications Engine NOTE: This section contains information, steps and procedures that may not be specific to your engine. This section covers general procedures and diagnosis and testin ...

Inspection and Verification
1. Verify the customer concern by operating the engine to duplicate the condition. 2. Visually inspect for obvious signs of mechanical damage. Refer to the following chart. Visual Inspection Ch ...

Other materials:

Bezel
Removal 1. Remove the shifter top control panel. 2. Disconnect the electrical connectors. 3. Remove the shifter bezel. 4. Remove the bulb from the bezel. 5. Disconnect the connector. 6. CAUTION: Extra force may be needed to lift up on the handle. Do not ...

Component Tests
Pressure Test 1. Turn the engine OFF. 2. WARNING: Never remove the pressure relief cap under any conditions while the engine is operating. Failure to follow these instructions could result in damage to the cooling system or engine and/or personal injury. To ...

Starting a gasoline engine
When you start the engine, the idle speed increases, this helps to warm up the engine. If the engine idle speed does not slow down automatically, have your vehicle checked by an authorized dealer. Before starting the engine: • Make sure all occupants have f ...