2003 FORD MUSTANG Workshop Manual

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FORD MUSTANG 2003  Workshop Manual (PC/ED) manual. 
�z Damaged valve 
tappet or lash 
adjuster.  �z
INSTALL a new valve tappet or 
lash adjuster. 
�z Damaged valve 
tappet guide or 
valve tappet.  �z
INSTALL a new valve tappet 
guide o

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FORD MUSTANG 2003  Workshop Manual �z
Seized or heat 
damaged 
crankshaft main 
bearing.  �z
INSTALL a new crankshaft main 
bearing. 
�z Excessive 
crankshaft end 
play.  �z
INSTALL a new thrust bearing or 
crankshaft (6303). 
�z Exces

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FORD MUSTANG 2003  Workshop Manual Component Tests 
Engine Oil Leaks 
NOTE: 
When diagnosing engine oil leaks, the source and location of the leak must be positively 
identified prior to repair. 
Prior to carrying out this procedure, c

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FORD MUSTANG 2003  Workshop Manual �z
intake manifold gaskets 
�z cylinder head gaskets 
�z oil bypass filter 
�z oil filter adapter 
�z engine front cover 
�z oil filter adapter and filter body 
�z oil level indicator tube connection

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FORD MUSTANG 2003  Workshop Manual required to obtain the highest reading. 
5. Repeat the test on each cylinder, cranking the engine approximately the same number of  compression strokes. 
Compression Test— Test Results 
The indicate

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FORD MUSTANG 2003  Workshop Manual 1. If compression improves considerably, piston rings are faulty. 
2. If compression does not improve, valves are sticking or seating incorrectly. 
3. If two adjacent cylinders indicate low compressio

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FORD MUSTANG 2003  Workshop Manual 6. Carry out an oil consumption test: 
a. Drain the engine oil, remove the oil bypass filter (6714) and refill with one liter (quart) less than 
the recommended amount. 
b. Run the engine for three mi

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FORD MUSTANG 2003  Workshop Manual Intake Manifold Vacuum Test 
Bring the engine to normal operating temperature. Connect the Vacuum/Pressure Tester to the intake 
manifold. Run the engine at the specified idle speed. 
The vacuum gauge