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:
Supply Manifold
Removal and Installation
WARNING: Do not smoke or carry lighted tobacco or open flame of any
type when
working on or near any fuel related components. Highly flammable mixtures are
always present
and may ignite. Failure to follow these instructions may resul ...
Exhaust Manifold - LH
Removal
1. Raise and support the vehicle. For additional information, refer to
Section.
2. Remove the LH exhaust manifold flange nuts.
3. Remove the RH exhaust manifold flange nuts.
4. Lower the vehicle.
5. NOTE: Discard the exhaust manifold gasket.
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Door Window Glass Adjustment - Height Stop Adjustment
1. Close the front door.
2. Loosen the screws.
3. Raise the door window glass to the desired height.
4. Tighten the screws.
Door Window Glass Adjustment -Stabilizer
1. Raise the door window glass to the full up position.
2. Loosen the bolts.
3. ...



