Ford Mustang (1999-2004) Service Manual: Installation

1. Apply silicone gasket and sealant in the locations shown.

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2. Install the engine front cover.

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3. Install the belt idler pulleys and the bolts.

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4. Connect the CMP sensor electrical connector.

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5. Raise the vehicle.

6. Install the crankshaft front oil seal. For additional information, refer to Crankshaft Front Oil Seal in this section.

7. Tighten the four oil pan bolts in the sequence shown.

  • Stage 1: Tighten to 2 Nm (18 lb-in).
  • Stage 2: Tighten to 20 Nm (15 lb-ft).
  • Stage 3: Tighten an additional 60 degrees.

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8. Install the drain plug.

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9. Position the power steering reservoir and install the bolts.

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10. Connect the CKP sensor electrical connector.

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11. Position the A/C muffler and tighten the nut.

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12. Install the power steering pump and the bolts.

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13. Position the battery cable and install the two nuts.

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14. Install the crankshaft pulley. For additional information, refer to Crankshaft Pulley in this section.

15. Install the water pump pulley and the bolts.

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16. Install the cooling fan.

17. Install the accessory drive belt. For additional information, refer to Section

18. Install the valve covers. For additional information, refer to Valve Cover RH and Valve Cover LH in this section.

19. Position the radio ignition interference capacitors and install the nuts.

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20. Fill the crankcase with clean engine oil.

    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 ...

    Timing Drive Components
    Special Tool(s) Compressor, Valve Spring 303-567 (T97P-6565-AH) Holding Tool, Crankshaft 303-448 (T93P-6303-A) Aligner, Camshaft Position 303-557 (T96T-6256-B) ...

    Other materials:

    Sync applications and services (if equipped)
    Note: In order for the following features to work, your cellular phone must be compatible with SYNC. To check your phone’s compatibility, visit www.SYNCMyRide.com, www.SYNCMyRide.ca or www.syncmaroute.ca. • SYNC Services (if equipped, United States only): ...

    Driveline Angle Inspection
    Special Tool(s) Anglemaster II Driveline Inclinometer 164-R2402 or equivalent NOTE: An incorrect driveline angle can cause a vibration or shudder. 1. Check the vehicle for evidence or overload or sagging. Check for specified air pressures in ...

    Chuckle
    Chuckle that occurs on the coast driving phase is usually caused by excessive clearance between the differential gear hub and the differential case bore. Damage to a gear tooth on the coast side can cause a noise identical to a chuckle. A very small tooth n ...