2003 FORD MUSTANG Workshop Manual

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FORD MUSTANG 2003  Workshop Manual 13. Install the main bearing caps. Tighten the bolts in two stages: 
�zStage 1: Tighten to 50 Nm (37 lb- ft). 
�z Stage 2: Rotate an additional 120 degrees. 
14. Compress the piston rings. 
15.  CAUTI

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FORD MUSTANG 2003  Workshop Manual  CAUTION: Do not damage the cylinder wall with the sharp edges of the connecting 
rod. 
Install the piston with the arrow on the piston face pointing toward the front of the engine. 
16.  CAUTION: Ins

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FORD MUSTANG 2003  Workshop Manual 19. Install the oil pan bridge and baffle assembly. 
20. Using a new gasket, install the oil pump screen cover and tube. 
21. Install the timing chain tensioner. 
1. Position the timing chain tensione

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FORD MUSTANG 2003  Workshop Manual 23. Rotate the crankshaft so the number one piston is at top dead center (TDC) and the key is at 
the 12 oclock position. 
24. Turn the camshaft sprocket so that the keyway is on the bottom of the ca

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FORD MUSTANG 2003  Workshop Manual 28. Remove the retaining pin. 
 CAUTION: The components removed should be marked for location. Make sure the used 
parts are installed in the correct location. 
29. NOTE:  Install the new cylinder hea

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FORD MUSTANG 2003  Workshop Manual 31. Tighten the bolts in three stages in the sequence shown: 
�zStage 1: Tighten to 20 Nm (15 lb- ft). 
�z Stage 2: Tighten to 40 Nm (30 lb- ft). 
�z Stage 3: Tighten to 50 Nm (37 lb- ft). 
32.  CAUTI

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FORD MUSTANG 2003  Workshop Manual �z
Install the valve tappets. 
�z Install the tappet guide plates and retainers. 
�z Install the bolts. 
34. NOTE:  Lubricate the push rods with clean engine oil prior to installation. 
Install the 12

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FORD MUSTANG 2003  Workshop Manual Nm (21 lb-
ft). 
37. NOTE:  Lubricate the parts with clean engine oil before assembly. 
Using the special tool, install the front crankshaft seal. 
38. Install the crankshaft position sensor. 
39. App