Ford Mustang (1999-2004) Service Manual: Piston - Ring End Gap
CAUTION: Use care when fitting piston rings to avoid possible damage to the piston ring or the cylinder bore.
CAUTION: Piston rings should not be transferred from one piston to another.
NOTE: Cylinder bore must be within specification for taper and out-of-round.
1. Use a piston without rings to push a piston ring in a cylinder to the bottom of ring travel.
2. Use a feeler gauge to measure the top piston ring end gap and the second piston ring end gap.
- Refer to the appropriate section in Group for the procedure.
Piston - Selection
NOTE: The cylinder bore must be within the specifications for
taper and out-of-round before fitting a
piston.
1. Select a piston size based on the cylinder bore.
2. NOTE: For precision fit, new ...
Piston - Ring-to-Groove Clearance
1. Inspect the piston for ring land damage or accelerated wear.
2. Measure the piston ring-to-groove clearance.
Refer to the appropriate section in Group for the procedure.
If out of specifica ...
Other materials:
Installation
1. Position the side rail and install the bolts.
2. NOTE: Tighten the bottom bolt first.
Connect the mounting bracket and install the bolts.
3. NOTE: Line up the marks in the number four bow.
Tighten the bolt.
4. Connect the number two and number three ...
Interior Lighting (Diagnosis and Testing)
Refer to Wiring Diagrams Cell 111 , Remote Control Alarm and Lock System
for schematic and
connector information.
Refer to Wiring Diagrams Cell 59 , Generic Electronic Module for schematic
and connector
information.
Refer to Wiring Diagrams Cell 89 , ...
Master Cylinder Priming - In-Vehicle or Bench
WARNING: Brake fluid contains polyglycol ethers and polyglycols. Avoid
contact with
eyes. Wash hands thoroughly after handling. If brake fluid contacts eyes, flush
eyes with
running water for 15 minutes. Get medical attention if irritation persists. If
take ...
