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HOMESERVICE MANUALSFORD2010MUSTANG BASE, 2D COUPE, AUTOMATICREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 256 (ENGINE SYSTEM)DISASSEMBLY AND ASSEMBLY OF SUBASSEMBLIESCYLINDER HEADASSEMBLY
2010 Ford Mustang Base, 2D Coupe, Automatic
Cylinder Head: Assembly
2010 Ford Mustang Base, 2D Coupe, AutomaticSECTION Assembly
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2006 Mercury Grand Marquis and 2006 Ford Crown Victoria. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Use a plastic scraper and metal surface cleaner 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 bolts in the sequence shown.
- Tighten to 10 Nm (89 lb-in).
- Install the valves in the valve guides located in the cylinder head.
- Use the special tool to install the valve stem seals.
- Install the valve springs and the valve spring retainers onto the valves.
- Install the special tool between the valve spring coils to prevent valve stem seal damage.
- Use the special tool to compress the valve springs, and install the valve spring retainer keys.
- Install the hydraulic lash adjusters in their original locations.
- Using the special tool, install the roller followers in their original locations.
- Remove the special tool.
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:
- β’ You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- β’ Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- β’ The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- β’ You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- β’ You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.