Ford Mustang (1999-2004) Service Manual: Removal

1. Remove the nuts and position the radio ignition interference capacitors aside.

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2. Remove the valve covers. For additional information, refer to Valve Cover RH and Valve Cover LH in this section.

3. Remove the cooling fan.

4. Remove the accessory drive belt. For additional information, refer to Section.

5. Remove bolts (1) and the water pump pulley (2).

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6. Remove the nut and position the A/C muffler aside.

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7. Raise and support the vehicle. For additional information, refer to Section.

8. Remove the bolts and position the power steering pump aside.

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9. Disconnect the crankshaft position (CKP) sensor electrical connector.

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10. Drain the engine oil.

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11. Remove the two support nuts and position the battery cable aside.

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12. Remove the crankshaft front oil seal. For additional information, refer to Crankshaft Front Oil Seal in this section.

13. Remove the front oil pan bolts.

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14. Lower the vehicle.

15. Remove the bolts and position the power steering reservoir aside.

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16. Disconnect the camshaft position (CMP) sensor electrical connector.

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17. Remove the bolts and the belt idler pulleys.

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18. Remove the engine front cover bolts and the studs.

  • Discard the gaskets. Clean and inspect the sealing surfaces.

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    Engine Front Cover
    Material Item Specification Silicone Gasket and Sealant F7AZ-19554-EA or equivalent WSE-M4G323- A4 Super Premium SAE 5W-20 Motor Oil XO-5W20-QSP or equivalent WSS-M2C153 ...

    Installation
    1. Apply silicone gasket and sealant in the locations shown. 2. Install the engine front cover.   3. Install the belt idler pulleys and the bolts. 4. Connect the CMP sensor electrical conn ...

    Other materials:

    Extension Housing
    Special Tool(s) Installer, Bearing Cup 204-039 (T77F-1217-B) Adapter for 303-224 (Handle) 205-153 (T80T-4000-W) Disassembly and Assembly   1. Remove the bolt and the output shaft speed (OSS) sensor. 2. Remove the bolt a ...

    Torque Converter Impeller to Pump Stator Interference Check
    1. NOTE: Front pump support may remain in front pump support and gear during this test. Position the front pump support with the splines up. 2. Mount the torque converter on the front pump support with the splines on the one-way clutch inner race, engaging t ...

    Pinpoint Tests
    CAUTION: Do not make jumper connections except as directed. Incorrect connections may damage the voltage regulator test terminals, fuses, or fuse links. CAUTION: Do not allow any metal object to come in contact with the generator housing and inter ...