Ford Mustang (1999-2004) Service Manual: Timing Drive Components

Special Tool(s)

Holding Tool, Crankshaft 303-448 (T93P-6303-A)
Installation
All vehicles 1. Position the engine front cover gasket on the engine front cover. 2. NOTE: If the engine front cover is not secured within four minutes, the sealant must be removed and the sealing ...

Removal
CAUTION: Since the engine is not free-wheeling, if the crankshaft or the camshafts are moved in any manner during removal and installation, the crankshaft and the camshafts must be re-synchronized. ...

Other materials:

Piston - Ring End Gap
CAUTION: Use care when fitting piston rings to avoid possible damage to the piston ring or the cylinder bore. CAUTION: Piston rings should not be transferred from one piston to another. NOTE: Cylinder bore must be within specification for taper and out-of ...

Crankshaft Runout
Special Tool(s) Dial Indicator Gauge with Holding Fixture 100-002 (TOOL-4201-C) or equivalent 1. NOTE: Crankshaft main bearing journals must be within specifications before checking runout. Use the Dial Indicator Gauge with Holding Fixtur ...

Inspection and Verification
WARNING: A vehicle equipped with a Traction-Lok differential will always have both wheels driving. If, while the vehicle is being serviced, only one wheel is raised off the ground and the rear axle is driven by the engine, the wheel on the ground could drive ...