Ford Mustang (1999-2004) Service Manual: Timing Drive Components

Installation

All vehicles 1. Position the engine front cover gasket on the engine front cover. 2. NOTE: If the engine front cover is not secured within four minutes, the sealant must be removed and the sealing ...

Removal

CAUTION: Since the engine is not free-wheeling, if the crankshaft or the camshafts are moved in any manner during removal and installation, the crankshaft and the camshafts must be re-synchronized. ...

Other materials:

Engine (Installation)
Special Tool(s) Heavy Duty Floor Crane 014-00071 or equivalent Spreader Bar 303-D089 (D93P-6001-A3) or equivalent Material Item Specification SAE 5W-20 Premium Synthetic Blend Motor Oil XO-5W20-QSP or equivalent ...

Starter Drive and Flywheel Ring Gear Inspection
1. Remove the starter motor. For additional information, refer to Starter Motor-3.8L or Starter Motor-4.6L in this section. 2. Check the wear patterns on the starter drive gear and the flywheel ring gear . If the wear pattern is normal, install the sta ...

Pinpoint Tests
The pinpoint tests are a step-by-step diagnostic process designed to determine the cause of a condition. It may not always be necessary to follow a pinpoint test to its conclusion. Carry out only the steps necessary to correct the condition. Then, test the s ...