Ford Mustang (1999-2004) Service Manual: Removal

1. Disconnect the battery ground cable. For additional information, refer to Section.

2. Drain the engine cooling system. For additional information, refer to Section .

3. Remove the crankshaft pulley. For additional information, refer to Crankshaft Pulley in this section.

4. Remove the water pump pulley.

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5. Remove the retainers and position the power steering pump aside.

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6. Disconnect the exhaust gas recirculation (EGR) tube.

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7. Disconnect the upper radiator hose and the bypass hose.

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8. Remove the camshaft position (CMP) sensor.

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9. Remove the heater water outlet tube. For additional information, refer to Section.

10. Remove the camshaft synchronizer assembly.

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11. Disconnect the lower radiator hose.

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12. Disconnect the crankshaft position sensor electrical connector.

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13. Remove the wiring harness pin-type retainer.

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14. Remove the oil filter.

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15. Remove the retainers and the water pump.

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16. CAUTION: The cap screw is hidden; make sure to remove it or the engine front cover will be damaged.

NOTE: Record the location, type and size of the fasteners.

Remove the engine front cover.

  • Slide the engine front cover off the two dowels.
  • Remove and discard the engine front cover gasket.

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    Installation
    1. CAUTION: In order to prevent foreign material from contaminating the engine block or the engine front cover it is necessary to seal the coolant and oil passages of both components. Failure to ...

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    Dual-Function Pressure Switch (4.6L)
    The dual-function pressure switch is used to interrupt A/C compressor operation in the event of high system discharge pressures. The dual-function pressure switch is mounted on a Schrader valve-type fitting on the high pressure side of the A/C manifold ...

    Instrument Panel - Center Finish Panel
    Removal and Installation All vehicles 1. Disconnect the battery ground cable. For additional information, refer to Section. Vehicles with automatic transmission 2. Place the selector lever in the 1 position. Vehicles with manual transmission 3. ...

    Installation
    1. CAUTION: Timing chain procedures must be followed exactly or damage to the pistons or valves will result. Compress the tensioner plunger, using a soft-jawed vise. 2. Install a retaining clip on the tensioner to hold the plunger in during installation. ...