Ford Mustang (1999-2004) Service Manual: Valve Spring Strength

Special Tool(s)

 Pressure Gauge, Valve/Clutch Spring 303-006 (TOOL-6513-DD) or equivalent

1. Use a Valve/Clutch Spring Pressure Gauge to check the valve spring for correct strength at the specified valve spring length.

  • Refer to the appropriate section in Group 303 for the procedure.
  • If out of specification, install new components as necessary. Refer to the appropriate section in Group 303 for the procedure.

Valve Spring Strength

    Valve Stem to Valve Guide Clearance
    Special Tool(s) Dial Indicator Gauge with Holding Fixture 100-002 (TOOL-4201-C) or equivalent Clearance Gauge, Valve Guide 303-004 (TOOL-6505-E) or equivalent NOTE: Valve ...

    Valve - Seat Inspection
    Valve and Seat Refacing Measurements CAUTION: After grinding valves or valve seats, check valve clearance. 1. Check the valve head and seat. Check valve angles. Check margin width. Refer t ...

    Other materials:

    Instrument Panel - Center Finish Panel
    Removal and Installation All vehicles 1. Disconnect the battery ground cable. For additional information, refer to Section. Vehicles with automatic transmission 2. Place the selector lever in the 1 position. Vehicles with manual transmission 3. ...

    Removal
    1. Remove the roller followers. For additional information, refer to Roller Followers in this section. 2. Remove the spark plugs. For additional information, refer to Section . 3. Position the piston of the cylinder being serviced at the bottom of the stro ...

    Door Alignment
    NOTE: The door should be adjusted for even and parallel fit with the body opening and surrounding panels as well as making sure that the anti-chuck pin is not binding on convertible models. 1. Mark the position of the front door hinges to the front ...