2003 FORD MUSTANG Workshop Manual

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FORD MUSTANG 2003  Workshop Manual ASSEMBLY 
Engine 
SECTION 303-
01B: Engine — 4.6L (2V)  2003 Mustang Workshop Manual Special Tool(s) 
Guides, Connecting Rod 
303-
442 (T93P-6136- A)  Installer, Crankshaft Rear Oil 
Seal 
303-
518

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FORD MUSTANG 2003  Workshop Manual Lifting Bracket Set, Engine 
303-
D074 (D91P-6001- A)  Installer, Crankshaft Vibration 
Damper 
303-
102 (T74P-6316- B)  Installer, Front Cover Oil Seal 
303-
335 (T88T-6701- A)  Compressor, Piston Ri

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FORD MUSTANG 2003  Workshop Manual Assembly 
NOTE: 
During engine assembly, it may by necessary to check bearing clearances and end play. For 
additional information, refer to  Section 303 - 00  . 
1. Record the main bearing code found

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FORD MUSTANG 2003  Workshop Manual determine the required bearing grade for each main bearing. 
�zRead the first letter of the engine block main bearing code and the first letter of the 
crankshaft main bearing code. 
�z Read down the

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FORD MUSTANG 2003  Workshop Manual NOTE: 
Before assembling the cylinder block, all sealing surfaces must be free from chips, dirt, paint 
and foreign material. Also, make sure the coolant and oil passages are clear. 
5. Install the cr

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FORD MUSTANG 2003  Workshop Manual 7.
NOTE:  The oil groove on the thrust washer must face toward the rear of the engine (against the 
crankshaft surface). 
Push the crankshaft rearward and install the crankshaft upper thrust washer at

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FORD MUSTANG 2003  Workshop Manual 11. Install the vertical main bearing cap fasteners and tighten in the sequence shown. 
�zTighten to 40 Nm (30 lb- ft). 
�z Tighten an additional 85- 95 degrees. 
12. Back out the jackscrews against t

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FORD MUSTANG 2003  Workshop Manual 13. Install the side bolts and tighten them in the sequence shown. 
14. Check the crankshaft end play. For additional information, refer to Section 303
- 00  . 
15. Check the piston to cylinder block