Cylinder Head: Notes

2004 Ford Mustang Base, 2D Coupe, 3.9 6, AutomaticSECTION Notes
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2006 Mercury Mariner and 2006 Ford Escape. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
SPECIAL TOOL(S)

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Alignment Plate, Camshaft
303-465 (T94P-6256-CH)
MATERIALS

Item Specification
Motorcraft SAE 5W-20 Premium Synthetic Blend Motor Oil
XO-5W20-QSP (US); Motorcraft SAE 5W-20 Super Premium Motor Oil
CXO-5W20-LSP12 (Canada); or equivalent
WSS-M2C930-A
Silicone Gasket Remover
ZC-30
-
Motorcraft Metal Surface Prep
ZC-31
-
Silicone Gasket and Sealant
TA-30
WSE-M4G323-A4
Fig 1: Identifying Cylinder Head Components
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RENDER: 1.0x

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