2003 FORD MUSTANG Workshop Manual

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FORD MUSTANG 2003  Workshop Manual 4. Clean and inspect the piston and connecting rod. For additional information, refer to 
Section 303 - 00  . 
Assembly  1. NOTE:  Connecting rod must be installed into piston with identification mark

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FORD MUSTANG 2003  Workshop Manual 4. Install the piston pin retaining clips in the piston.  Klj .  3 ba
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FORD MUSTANG 2003  Workshop Manual DISASSEMBLY AND ASSEMBLY OF SUBASSEMBLIES 
Intake Manifold Assembly 
Disassembly and Assembly 
1. Disconnect and remove the PCV hoses. 
2. Remove the coolant supply and return manifold. 
3. Remove the

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FORD MUSTANG 2003  Workshop Manual 5. Inspect the CAC plenum gasket and install a new gasket if necessary. 
6. To assemble, reverse the disassembly procedure 
7. Tighten the supercharger and CAC cooler assembly-
to-lower intake manifol

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FORD MUSTANG 2003  Workshop Manual ASSEMBLY 
Engine 
SECTION 303-
01C: Engine — Cobra 4.6L (4V)  2003 Mustang Workshop Manual Special Tool(s) 
Installer, Connecting Rod 
303-
442 (T93P-6136- A)  Installer, Crankshaft Vibration 
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FORD MUSTANG 2003  Workshop Manual Assembly 
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. 
1. Reco

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FORD MUSTANG 2003  Workshop Manual 2. Record the main bearing code found on the back of the crankshaft. 
3. Using the data recorded earlier and the Bearing Select Fit Chart, Standard Bearings determine 
the required bearing grade for e