Ford Mustang (1999-2004) Service Manual: Removal

1. Remove the roller followers. For additional information, refer to Roller Followers in this section.

2. Remove the LH timing chain for the LH side and both timing chains for the RH side. For additional information, refer to Timing Drive Components in this section.

3. Install the special tool.

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4. Remove the exhaust camshaft sprocket and the intake camshaft bolt, washer and spacer.

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5. Remove the special tool.

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6. Compress the tensioner and install a lock pin.

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7. Remove the timing chain, the sprocket, and intake camshaft sprocket spacer.

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8. NOTE: LH shown; RH similar.

Remove the bolts.

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9. CAUTION: The outer bolts on the outer cam bearing cap (exhaust) are longer and must be returned to the same location or engine damage may occur.

NOTE: Identify the camshaft to cylinder head location. Caps are not interchangeable.

Remove the bolts and the camshaft bearing cap assemblies.

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10. Remove the camshafts.

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    Camshaft
    Special Tool(s) Holding Tool, Camshaft 303-446 (T93P-6256-AHR) Material Item Specification Super Premium SAE 5W-20 Engine Oil XO-5W20-QSP or equivalent WSS-M2C153- ...

    Installation
    1. NOTE: LH shown; RH similar. Install the camshafts. Lubricate the camshafts with clean engine oil. 2. Install the camshaft bearing cap assemblies and tighten the bolts in the sequence shown. ...

    Other materials:

    Valve Tappets
    Material Removal CAUTION: If removing more than one valve tappet, mark the components removed for correct location. 1. Remove the lower intake manifold. For additional information, refer to Lower Intake Manifold in this section. 2. Remove the push r ...

    Fill
    1. WARNING: Do not mix oil types, any mixture or any unapproved oil can lead to seal deterioration and leaks. A leak can ultimately cause loss of fluid, which can result in a loss of power steering assist. Check the fluid level. If necessary, fill the reserv ...

    Flexplate
    Removal and Installation 1. Remove the transmission. For additional information, refer to Section. 2. Remove the six bolts retaining the flexplate to crankshaft, and remove the flexplate. 3. To install, reverse the removal procedure. Tighten the bolts in ...