Ford Mustang (1999-2004) Service Manual: Sprockets

1. WARNING: To avoid the possibility of personal injury or damage to the vehicle, do not operate the engine with the hood open until the fan blade has been examined for possible cracks and separation.

NOTE: Specifications show the expected minimum or maximum condition. Refer to the appropriate section in Group 303 for the procedure.

NOTE: If a component fails to meet the specifications, it is necessary to install a new component or refinish. If the component can be refinished, wear limits are provided as an aid to making a decision. A new component must be installed for any component that fails to meet specifications and cannot be refinished.

Inspect the timing chain/belt and the sprockets.

  • Install new components as necessary. Refer to the appropriate section in Group 303 for the procedure.

Sprockets

Rocker Arms - Cleaning

1. Clean all parts thoroughly. Make sure all oil passages are open.

2. Make sure oil passage in the push rod/valve tappet end of the rocker arm (6564) is open.

    Component Tests
    Engine Oil Leaks NOTE: When diagnosing engine oil leaks, the source and location of the leak must be positively identified prior to repair. Prior to carrying out this procedure, clean all sealin ...

    Rocker Arms - Inspection
    CAUTION: Do not attempt to true surfaces by grinding. Check the rocker arm pad, side rails and seat for excessive wear, cracks, nicks or burrs. Check the rocker arm seat bolt for stripped or bro ...

    Other materials:

    Deactivation
    WARNING: Always wear safety glasses when repairing an air bag supplemental restraint system (SRS) vehicle and when handling an air bag module. This will reduce the risk of injury in the event of an accidental deployment. WARNING: Carry a live air ...

    Starting a gasoline engine
    When you start the engine, the idle speed increases, this helps to warm up the engine. If the engine idle speed does not slow down automatically, have your vehicle checked by an authorized dealer. Before starting the engine: • Make sure all occupants have f ...

    Engine Ignition (Description and Operation)
    Eight separate ignition coils (12029): are mounted directly above each spark plug (12405). are controlled by the powertrain control module (PCM) for correct firing sequence. The spark plug: changes the high voltage pulse into a spark which igni ...