Ford Mustang (1999-2004) Service Manual: Valve Seals
Special Tool(s)
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Valve Spring Compressor 303-452 (T93P-6565-AR) |
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Valve Stem Seal Replacer 303-383 (T91P-6571-A) |
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Compressor, Valve Spring (Exhaust) 303-567 (T97P- 6565-AH) |
Material
Item | Specification |
Super Premium SAE 5W-20 Motor Oil XO-5W20-QSP | WSS-M2C153- H |
Removal and Installation
1. Remove the roller followers. For additional information, refer to Camshaft Roller Follower in this section.
2. Remove the spark plug (12405) from the applicable cylinder.
3. Position the piston (6102) of the cylinder being serviced at the bottom of the stroke.
4. CAUTION: If air pressure has forced the piston to the bottom of the cylinder, any loss of air pressure will allow the valve to fall into the cylinder. If air pressure must be removed, support the valve prior to removal.
Use compressed air in the cylinder to hold both valves in position.
5. Using the special tool, compress the valve spring (6513).
6. NOTE: Valve stem seals should be visually inspected if not installing new seals.
Remove the valve stem seals.
1. Remove the valve spring retainer keys.
2. Remove the valve spring retainers.
3. Remove the valve springs.
4. Remove the valve stem seals.
7. NOTE: Lubricate the lip of the new seal with clean engine oil prior to installation.
To install, reverse the removal procedure.
Installation
1. CAUTION: The timing chain procedures must be followed exactly or
damage to the
valve and pistons will result.
Compress the tensioner plunger, using an edge of a vise.
2. While holding the ratch ...
Hydraulic Lash Adjuster
Removal and Installation
1. Remove the roller followers. For additional information, refer to Camshaft
Roller Follower in this
section.
2. Remove the eight hydraulic lash adjusters.
3. Inspect the ...
Other materials:
Engine Component View
Cylinder Heads and Valve Train Components
Engine Front Cover Components
Engine Components
Cylinder Block and Lower End Components
Engine (DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING)
Refer to Section for basic mechanical concerns or refer ...
Rear Suspension (Description and Operation)
Item
Part Number
Description
1
18125
Rear shock absorber
2
-
Rear axle driveline vibration damper
3
5A649
Rear lower suspension arm and bushing (common
LH and RH)
4
5560
Rear spring
5
4731
...
Air Bag Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) (Diagnosis and Testing)
Refer to Wiring Diagrams Cell 46 , Air Bag for schematic and connector
information.
Special Tool(s)
Diagnostic Tool, Restraint
System
418-F088 (105-R0012)
Restraint System Diagnostic Tool Warning
WARNING: This tool is for restraint system se ...