Ford Mustang (1999-2004) Service Manual: Removal
1. Remove the nuts and position the radio ignition interference capacitors aside.

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).

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

7. Raise and support the vehicle. For additional information, refer to Section.
8. Remove the bolts and position the power steering pump aside.

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

10. Drain the engine oil.

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

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.

14. Lower the vehicle.
15. Remove the bolts and position the power steering reservoir aside.

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

17. Remove the bolts and the belt idler pulleys.

18. Remove the engine front cover bolts and the studs.
- Discard the gaskets. Clean and inspect the sealing surfaces.

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:
Transporting the vehicle
If you need to have your vehicle towed, contact a professional towing
service or, if you are a member of a roadside assistance program, your
roadside assistance service provider.
We recommend the use of a wheel lift and dollies or flatbed equipment
to tow yo ...
Diagnostic Strategy
Troubleshooting an electronically controlled automatic transmission
is simplified by using the proven
method of diagnosis. One of the most important things to remember is
that there is a definite
procedure to follow.
NOTE: Do not take any short cut ...
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.
...
