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HOMESERVICE MANUALSFORD1999MUSTANG GT, 2D CONVERTIBLE, STANDARDREPAIR AND DIAGNOSIS (SINGLE PAGE)EXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 2363 (ENGINE MECHANICAL - 4.6L (2V))DISASSEMBLY AND ASSEMBLY OF SUBASSEMBLIESCYLINDER HEADASSEMBLY
1999 Ford Mustang GT, 2D Convertible, Standard
Cylinder Head: Assembly
1999 Ford Mustang GT, 2D Convertible, StandardSECTION Assembly
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2010 Lincoln Town Car. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Use a plastic scraper and metal surface prep to clean the cylinder head.
- Lubricate the camshaft journals with clean engine oil.
- Install the camshaft and the camshaft bearing caps.
- Lubricate with clean engine oil and position the camshaft bearing caps.
- Install the bolts loosely.
- Tighten the camshaft bearing caps bolts in the sequence shown in illustration.
- Tighten to 10 Nm (89 lb-in).
NOTE:
Do not use metal scrapers or other tools to clean the cylinder head.
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.