Ford Mustang (1999-2004) Service Manual: Exhaust Manifold - Inspection
Special Tool(s)
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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 -Inspection
1. Inspect bearings for the following defects. Possible causes are shown:
1. Cratering - fatigue failure.
2. Spot polishing - incorrect seating.
3. Imbedded dirt engine oil.
4. Scratching - dirty engine oil.
5. Base exposed - poor lubrication.
6. Both edges worn - journal damaged.
7. One edge worn - journal tapered or bearing not seated.
Spark Plug - Inspection
1. Inspect the spark plug for a bridged gap.
Check for deposit build-up closing the gap between the electrodes.
Deposits are caused
by oil or carbon fouling.
Clean the spark plug.
2. Ch ...
Engine - 3.8L
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
a - Refer to th ...
Other materials:
Crankshaft Front Seal
Special Tool(s)
Installer, Front Cover Oil Seal
303-335 (T88T-6701-A)
Installer, Crankshaft Front Oil
Seal
303-474 (T94P-6701-AH)
Remover, Oil Seal
303-409 (T92C-6700-CH)
Material
Removal
1. Remove the crankshaft pulley. ...
Driveline System - General Information
Driveline Angles @ Curb Specifications
All driveshaft and pinion angles point downward.
General Specifications
a: Service refill capacities are determined by filling the axle 6.3 mm (0.25
in [1/4 in]) to 14.3 mm (0.57 in
[5/16 in]) below the bottom of the ...
Removal
WARNING: Always wear safety glasses when repairing an air bag
supplemental restraint
system (SRS) vehicle and when handling an air bag module. This will
reduce the risk of injury
in the event of an accidental deployment.
WARNING: Carry a live air ...
