Ford Mustang (1999-2004) Service Manual: Installation

All vehicles

1. NOTE: If the valve cover is not secured within four minutes, the sealant must be removed and the sealing area cleaned with metal surface cleaner. Allow to dry until there is no sign of wetness, or four minutes, whichever is longer. Failure to follow this procedure can result in future oil leakage.

Apply silicone gasket and sealant to areas shown.

Valve Cover LH

2. Install the LH valve cover and loosely install the bolts.

Valve Cover LH

3. Tighten the LH valve cover bolts in the sequence shown.

Valve Cover LH

4. Connect the wiring harness anchor to the valve cover stud bolt.

Valve Cover LH

5. Connect the positive crankcase ventilation (PCV) valve hose and electrical connector.

Valve Cover LH

6. Position the oil level indicator tube and install the bolt.

Valve Cover LH

7. Install the LH ignition coils.

Valve Cover LH

8. Connect the ignition coil electrical connectors.

Valve Cover LH

9. Install the LH ignition coil cover and the bolts.

Valve Cover LH

Manual transmission vehicles

10. Install the clutch release cable and install the two screws.

Valve Cover LH

11. Raise and support the vehicle. For additional information, refer to Section.

12. Connect the clutch release cable to the clutch release fork.

Valve Cover LH

13. Install the dust shield and the screw.

Valve Cover LH

14. Lower the vehicle.

All vehicles

15. Install the Hydro-Boost brake booster. For additional information, refer to Section.

16. Install the air intake scoop. For additional information, refer to Section.

    Removal
    All vehicles 1. Remove the air intake scoop. For additional information, refer to Section. 2. Remove the Hydro-Boost brake booster. For additional information, refer to Section.. 3. Raise and suppo ...

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    Disassembly
    1. Remove the retaining ring above fifth gear. 2. CAUTION: Hand tighten the special tool to prevent gear damage. CAUTION: Support the output shaft while using the press to prevent damage to the shaft or gears. Using the special tool, press fifth gear, the s ...

    Axle information
    Traction-Lokâ„¢ Axle (If Equipped) This axle provides added traction on slippery surfaces, particularly when one wheel is on a poor traction surface. Under normal conditions, the Traction-Lokâ„¢ axle functions like a standard rear axle. Extended use of other ...

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