Ford Mustang Quiz
Engine

Installation

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Service Information — 34Suspension — 63Driveline — 80Brake System — 74Steering System — 42Engine — 329Automatic Transmission — 84Manual Transmission, Clutch and Transfer Case — 64Exhaust System — 8Fuel System — 39Climate Control System — 76Instrumentation and Warning Systems — 25Battery and Charging System — 19Audio Systems — 14Lighting — 24Electrical Distribution — 8Electronic Feature Group — 11Body — 173Frame and Mounting — 6General Information — 1
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Tightening torque found on this page

1. NOTE: LH shown; RH similar.

Install the camshafts.

  • Lubricate the camshafts with clean engine oil.
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2. Install the camshaft bearing cap assemblies and tighten the bolts in the sequence shown.

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3. Install the bolts.

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4. CAUTION: Timing marks must be at 12 o'clock and indexed at 6 o'clock.

Install the camshaft sprockets and the chain as an assembly.

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5. Remove the lockpin from the chain tensioner.

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6. Install the special tool.

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7. Install the camshaft spacer, washer and bolt and hand-tighten the bolt.

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8. Install the camshaft sprocket, washer and bolt, and hand-tighten the bolt.

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9. Tighten the bolts in two stages:

  • Stage 1: Tighten to 40 N·m.
  • Tighten an additional 90 degrees.
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10. Remove the special tool.

11. Install the left timing chain for the left side or both timing chains for the right side. For additional information, refer to Timing Drive Components in this section.

12. Install the roller followers. For additional information, refer to Roller Followers in this section.

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