Ford Mustang (1999-2004) Service Manual: Piston Inspection
Special Tool(s)
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Scraper, Piston Ring Groove 303-D033 (D81L-6002-D) or equivalent |
CAUTION: Do not use a caustic cleaning solution or a wire brush to clean the pistons or damage can occur.
1. Clean and inspect the (1) ring lands, (2) skirts, (3) pin bosses, and the (4) tops of the pistons. If wear marks, scores or glazing is found on the piston skirt, check for a bent or twisted connecting rod.
2. Use the Piston Ring Groove Scraper to clean the piston ring grooves.
- Make sure the oil ring holes are clean.
Crankshaft - Connecting Rod Journal Taper, Out of Round
1. Measure the crankshaft connecting rod journal diameters in two
directions perpendicular to one
another at each end of the connecting rod journal. The difference in the
measurements from
one e ...
Piston - Pin to Bore Diameter
1. WARNING: Cover the end of the pin bore with a hand or shop rag when
removing
the retainer ring, since it has a tendency to spring out. Wear eye protection.
NOTE: Piston and piston pins are a matc ...
Other materials:
Pinpoint Tests - Air Bag Supplemental Restraint System
(SRS)
Special Tool(s)
73III Automotive Meter
105-R0057 or equivalent
Diagnostic Tool, Restraint
System
418-F088 (105-R0012)
Worldwide Diagnostic System
(WDS)
418-F224,
New Generation STAR (NGS)
Tester
418-F052, or e ...
Using the boot
Installing the Boot
WARNING: Always secure the retaining clips and boot straps on
the vehicle or the boot may come loose while driving.
Note: Be sure the boot is secure on the vehicle before driving.
Improper
installation can result in loss or damage of the b ...
Fuel Tank Filler Pipe
Removal
1. Remove the fuel tank. For additional information, refer to Fuel Tank in
this section.
2. Remove the bolts from the filler pipe housing.
3. Remove the bolts from the filler pipe rubber boot-to-floor pan.
4. Remove the hose attached to the upper p ...
