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
...
Other materials:
Removal
1. Remove the nuts and position the radio ignition interference capacitors
aside.
2. Remove the valve covers. For additional information, refer to Valve Cover
RH and Valve Cover
LH in this section.
3. Remove the cooling fan.
4. Remove the accessory drive ...
Removal
CAUTION: Since the engine is not free-wheeling, timing procedures must
be followed
exactly or piston and valve damage can occur.
1. Remove the engine front cover. For additional information, refer to Engine
Front Cover in this
section.
2. Remove the cranksh ...
Suction Accumulator
NOTE: Installation of a new suction accumulator is not required when
repairing the air conditioning
system except when there is physical evidence of contamination from a failed A/C
compressor or
damage to the suction accumulator.
In addition to th ...
