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FORD MUSTANG 2003  Workshop Manual GENERAL PROCEDURES 
Spark Plug —
Inspection 
1. Inspect the spark plug for a bridged gap.  �zCheck for deposit build- up closing the gap between the electrodes. Deposits are caused 
by oil or carbon

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FORD MUSTANG 2003  Workshop Manual 4. Inspect for normal burning. 
�zCheck for light tan or gray deposits on the firing tip. 
5. Inspect for pre- ignition, identified by melted electrodes and a possibly damaged insulator. 
Metallic dep

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FORD MUSTANG 2003  Workshop Manual 7. Inspect for fused deposits, identified by melted or spotty deposits resembling bubbles or 
blisters. These are caused by sudden acceleration. 
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FORD MUSTANG 2003  Workshop Manual GENERAL PROCEDURES 
Exhaust Manifold —
Inspection 
1. Place a straight edge across the exhaust manifold flanges and check for warping with a feeler  gauge. 
SECTION 303-
00: Engine System — Genera

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FORD MUSTANG 2003  Workshop Manual GENERAL PROCEDURES 
Bearing —
Inspection 
1. Inspect bearings for the following defects. Possible causes are shown:  1. Cratering — fatigue failure. 
2. Spot polishing — incorrect seating. 
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FORD MUSTANG 2003  Workshop Manual SPECIFICATIONS 
SECTION 303-
01A: Engine — 3.8L  2003 Mustang Workshop Manual General Specifications 
Item  Specification 
Lubricants and Sealants 
SAE 5W-
20 Premium Synthetic Blend Motor Oil 
XO-

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FORD MUSTANG 2003  Workshop Manual Valve seat angle  44.75 degrees 
Valve spring free length  —
Valve spring squareness  —
Valve spring compression pressure —
valve 
open (without damper)  1000 N (224 lbs) @ 29.2 mm (1.16 in) 
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