Ford Mustang (1999-2004) Service Manual: Valve Tappets
Material

Removal
CAUTION: If removing more than one valve tappet, mark the components removed for correct location.
1. Remove the lower intake manifold. For additional information, refer to Lower Intake Manifold in this section.
2. Remove the push rods. For additional information, refer to Push Rod .
3. Remove the eight valve tappets.
1. Remove the bolts.
2. Remove the tappet guide plate and retainer.
3. Remove the valve tappets.

Installation
1. NOTE: Lubricate the valve tappet with clean engine oil before installing.
To install, reverse the removal procedure.

Valve Springs
Special Tool(s)
Compressor, Valve Spring
303-163 (T81P-6513-A)
Material
Removal
1. Remove the LH and the RH valve covers. For additional information,
refer to Valve Cover-LH
and V ...
Camshaft
Material
Removal
1. Remove the valve tappets. For additional information, refer to Valve
Tappets in this section.
2. Remove the timing chain. For additional information, refer to Timing
Chain ...
Other materials:
Glass, Frames and Mechanisms (Description and Operation)
Component Location
Windshield Glass
The windshield exterior mouldings are installed with the windshield
glass. The windshield exterior
mouldings cannot be replaced without removal of the windshield.
Window Regulator Control Switch
Power windows ...
Fuel Tank And Lines (Description and Operation)
WARNING: Do not smoke, carry lighted tobacco or an open flame of any
type when
working on or near any fuel-related component. Highly flammable mixtures are
always present
and may be ignited, possibly resulting in personal injury.
The vehicle utilizes a retur ...
Transmission (DISASSEMBLY)
Special Tool(s)
Slide Hammer
100-001 (T50T-100-A)
Holding Fixture, Transmission
307-003 (T57L-500-B)
Slide Hammer
307-005 (T59L-100-B)
Remover, Transmission Fluid
Seal
307-048 (T74P-77248-A)
...
