Ford Mustang (1999-2004) Service Manual: Installation

1. NOTE: LH shown; RH similar.

Install the camshafts.

  • Lubricate the camshafts with clean engine oil.

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2. Install the camshaft bearing cap assemblies and tighten the bolts in the sequence shown.

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3. Install the bolts.

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4. CAUTION: Timing marks must be at 12 o'clock and indexed at 6 o'clock.

Install the camshaft sprockets and the chain as an assembly.

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5. Remove the lockpin from the chain tensioner.

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6. Install the special tool.

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7. Install the camshaft spacer, washer and bolt and hand-tighten the bolt.

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8. Install the camshaft sprocket, washer and bolt, and hand-tighten the bolt.

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9. Tighten the bolts in two stages:

  • Stage 1: Tighten to 40 Nm (30 lb-ft).
  • Tighten an additional 90 degrees.

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10. Remove the special tool.

11. Install the left timing chain for the left side or both timing chains for the right side. For additional information, refer to Timing Drive Components in this section.

12. Install the roller followers. For additional information, refer to Roller Followers in this section.

    Removal
    1. Remove the roller followers. For additional information, refer to Roller Followers in this section. 2. Remove the LH timing chain for the LH side and both timing chains for the RH side. For addi ...

    Exhaust Manifold RH
    Removal and Installation 1. Disconnect the battery ground cable. For additional information, refer to Section. 2. Raise the vehicle. For additional information, refer to Section. 3. Remove the dual ...

    Other materials:

    Toe Adjustment - Front
    1. Start the engine and center the steering wheel. 2. Turn the engine off, and hold the steering wheel in the straight forward position by attaching a rigid link from the steering wheel to the seat. 3. Check the toe settings. Follow the manufacturer's instr ...

    Bearing Whine
    Bearing whine is a high-pitched sound similar to a whistle. It is usually caused by worn/damaged pinion bearings, which are operating at driveshaft speed. Bearing noise occurs at all driving speeds. This distinguishes it from gear whine which usually comes ...

    Engine (Assembly)
    Special Tool(s) Guides, Connecting Rod 303-442 (T93P-6136-A) Installer, Crankshaft Vibration Damper 303-102 (T74P-6316-B) Installer, Front Cover Oil Seal 303-335 (T88T-6701-A) Installer, Crankshaft Rear ...