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:
Glass, Frames and Mechanisms
WINDOW REGULATOR ELECTRIC DRIVE
CURRENT DRAW
General Specifications
Torque Specifications
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Air Cleaner Outlet Pipe - 4.6L (4V)
Removal and Installation
Cobra
1. Disconnect the intake air temperature (IAT) sensor.
All vehicles
2. Disconnect the vacuum hose.
3. Disconnect the breather hose.
NOTE: Cobra shown, Mach I similar.
4. Loosen the clamps and remove the air cleaner outle ...
Accessory Drive Belt Idler Pulley - 4.6L (2V) and (4V)
Removal and Installation
Mach I
1. Remove the air intake scoop. For additional information, refer to Section.
Cobra
2. Remove the supercharger drive belt cover.
3. Rotate the supercharger belt tensioner clockwise and remove the
supercharger belt.
4. Remov ...

