Ford Mustang (1999-2004) Service Manual: Removal

1. Disconnect the battery negative cable.

2. Drain the engine cooling system.

3. Remove the LH exhaust manifold. For additional information, refer to Exhaust Manifold-LH in this section.

4. Remove the lower intake manifold. For additional information, refer to Lower Intake Manifold in this section.

5. Remove the push rods. For additional information, refer to Push Rod in this section.

6. Remove the drive belt.

7. Using the special tool, remove the power steering pump pulley.

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8. Remove the power steering pump bracket.

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9. Remove the generator bracket.

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10. Remove the three exhaust manifold studs.

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11. NOTE: Discard the cylinder head gasket.

NOTE: Record the location of the long bolts and the short bolts.

Remove the cylinder head. Discard the cylinder head bolts.

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    Cylinder Head LH
    Special Tool(s) Remover, Power Steering Pump Pulley 211-016 (T69L-10300-B) Installer, Power Steering Pump Pulley 211-009 Material ...

    Installation
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    Axle Housing
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    Cleaning the engine
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    Inspection and Verification
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