Ford Mustang (1999-2004) Service Manual: Hydraulic Lash Adjusters
Removal
1. Remove the roller followers. For additional information, refer to Roller Followers in this section.
2. Remove the 16 hydraulic lash adjusters.

3. Inspect the roller followers. For additional information, refer to Section.
Installation
1. To install, reverse the removal procedure.
Installation
1. Using the special tools, install the new intake valve stem seals.
2. Using the special tools, install the new exhaust valve stem seals.
3. Install the Valve Spring Compressor Spacer between the ...
Roller Followers
Special Tool(s)
Compressor, Valve Spring
303-452 (T93P-6565-AR)
Removal and Installation
1. Remove the LH and RH valve cover. For additional information, refer to
Valve Cover LH and
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Other materials:
Dowels - Flywheel Housing to Block
Removal
1. NOTE: Take care not to damage the flywheel housing to block dowel
holes or the surface areas
around the flywheel housing to block dowel hole during removal.
Remove the two flywheel housing to block dowels using a drift pin where the
flywheel ...
Removal
1. Raise and support the vehicle.
2. Remove the rear wheel and tire assemblies.
3. CAUTION: Remove the rear brake calipers to prevent drag during the
drive pinion
bearing preload adjustment.
CAUTION: Do not allow the calipers to hang from the brake hoses ...
Symptom Chart
Condition
Possible Sources
Action
Hard Steering or
Lack of Assist
Seized lower steering
column shaft U-joints.
Damaged, fractured
steering column
bearing(s).
Power steering pump.
Suspension
components.
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