Ford Mustang (1999-2004) Service Manual: Valve Seals
Special Tool(s)
Valve Spring Compressor 303-452 (T93P-6565-AR) | |
Valve Stem Seal Replacer 303-383 (T91P-6571-A) | |
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:
Transmission (REMOVAL)
Special Tool(s)
Retainer, Torque Converter
307-346 (T97T-7902-A)
CAUTION: Whenever a transmission has been disassembled to install new
parts the
transmission fluid cooler tubes must be cleaned and backflushed. Use a suitable
torque
converter/ ...
Clutch (Description and Operation)
The primary function of the clutch is to couple and uncouple engine power
to the transmission upon
driver command.
The clutch is a single plate, dry friction clutch disc. The clutch
disc has a splined hub (with
integral torsional dampening springs ...
Floor mats
WARNING: Always use floor mats that are designed to fit the
footwell of your vehicle. Only use floor mats that leave the pedal
area unobstructed. Only use floor mats that are firmly secured to
retention posts so that they cannot slip out of position and inter ...