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Inspect wheel ends for end play and noise.
z Inspect engine cooling system and hoses.
z Inspect exhaust system and heat shields.
z Inspect steering linkage, suspension and (if equipped) driveshaft and ball joints.
z Rotate tires and inspect for wear.
z Install a new engine air filter.
z Install a new fuel filter.
z If equipped, install a new cabin air filter.
z Change automatic transmission/transaxle fluid on all vehicles equipped with AX4S, 4F50N,
4R100, 4F27E. Inspect automatic transmission fluid level using dipstick on all other vehicles, if
equipped.
z If equipped, install new climate controlled seat filters (Navigator, Lincoln LS and Aviator).
Additional services for natural gas and propane vehicles include inspecting fuel tanks, as well as
draining coalescent fuel filter bowl and installing a new filter.
152,000 Km (95,000 Miles)
zChange engine oil and install a new oil filter.
z Inspect tires for wear. Rotation recommended for optimal tire life.
160,000 Km (100,000 Miles)
zChange engine oil and install a new oil filter.
z Inspect accessory drive belt(s).
z Rotate tires and inspect for wear.
z Install new spark plugs.
z If filled with yellow coolant, change coolant or at 5 years, whichever comes first.
z Install a new PCV on all cars and light trucks under 6,000 pounds Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW).
z Drain coalescent fuel filter and replace filter (NGV).
168,000 Km (105,000 Miles)
zChange engine oil and install a new oil filter.
z Inspect automatic transmission fluid level if equipped with dipstick.
z Inspect brake pads, shoes, rotors, drums, brake lines, hoses and parking brake system.
z Inspect wheel ends for end play and noise.
z Inspect engine coolant system and hoses.
z Inspect steering linkage, suspension and (if equipped) driveshaft and ball joints.
z Rotate tires and inspect for wear.
z If equipped, install a new cabin air filter.
z If filled with green engine coolant, change coolant. 176,000 Km (110,000 Miles) Klj . 7 ba
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Change engine oil and install a new oil filter.
z Inspect tires for wear. Rotation recommended for optimal tire life.
184,000 Km (115,000 Miles)
zChange engine oil and install a new oil filter.
z Inspect tires for wear. Rotation recommended for optimal tire life.
192,000 Km (120,000 Miles)
zChange engine oil and install a new oil filter.
z Inspect brake pads, shoes, rotors, drums, brake lines, hoses and parking brake system.
z Inspect wheel ends for end play and noise.
z Inspect engine cooling system and hoses.
z Inspect exhaust system and heat shields.
z Inspect steering linkage, suspension and (if equipped) driveshaft and ball joints.
z Rotate tires and inspect for wear.
z Install a new engine air filter.
z Install a new fuel filter. (See ADDITIONAL INFORMATION below.)
z If equipped, install a new cabin air filter.
z Install new accessory drive belt(s) (Escort).
z Install a new PCV valve on all cars and light trucks over 6,000 Gross Vehicle Weight.
z Change automatic transmission/transaxle fluid on all vehicles equipped with AX4S, 4F50N,
4R100, 4F27E. Inspect automatic transmission fluid level using dipstick on all other vehicles, if
equipped.
z Install a new camshaft belt on all 2.0L, 4- cylinder engines (Escort, Focus, ZX2 and Escape).
z If equipped, install new climate controlled seat filters (Navigator, Lincoln LS and Aviator).
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: Additional services for natural gas and propane vehicles include
inspecting fuel tanks, as well as draining coalescent fuel filter bowl and installing a new filter.
200,000 Km (125,000 Miles)
zChange engine oil and install a new oil filter.
z Inspect tires for wear. Rotation recommended for optimal tire life.
z Drain coalescent fuel filter and replace filter (NGV).
208,000 Km (130,000 Miles)
zChange engine oil and install a new oil filter.
z Inspect tires for wear. Rotation recommended for optimal tire life.
216,000 Km (135,000 Miles)
zChange engine oil and install a new oil filter. Klj . 8 ba
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7. Disconnect the differential pressure feedback exhaust gas recirculation (EGR) system electrical
and vacuum connections.
8. Disconnect the EGR vacuum regulator solenoid electrical and vacuum connections.
9. Disconnect the positive crankcase ventilation (PCV) tube. 10. Disconnect the vacuum hoses. Klj . 2 ba
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5. Connect the vacuum hoses.
6. Connect the PCV tube.
7. Connect the differential pressure feedback EGR system electrical and vacuum connections.
8. Connect the EGR vacuum regulator solenoid electrical and vacuum connections. Klj . 6 ba
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14. Remove the positive crankcase ventilation (PCV) tube.
15. Disconnect the vacuum hoses.
16. Disconnect the differential pressure feedback EGR system electrical and vacuum connections.
17. Disconnect the EGR vacuum regulator solenoid electrical and vacuum connections. Klj . 5 ba
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70. Connect the differential pressure feedback EGR system electrical and vacuum connections.
71. Connect the vacuum hoses.
72. Install the positive crankcase ventilation (PCV) tube.
73. Connect the ignition coil and the radio interference capacitor electrical connectors.
74. Position and connect the LH spark plug wires. Klj . 23 ba
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16. Disconnect the positive crankcase ventilation (PCV) hose from the base of the throttle body and
spacer assembly.
17. Disconnect the hose from the PCV valve.
18. Disconnect the vacuum hose from the EGR valve. 19. Disconnect the idle air control (IAC) valve electrical connector. Klj . 4 ba
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23. Connect the vacuum hose to the EGR valve.
24. Connect the hose to the PCV valve.
25. Connect the PCV hose to the base of the throttle body assembly.
26. Connect the EGR tube to the EGR valve. Klj . 16 ba
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IN-
VEHICLE REPAIR
Valve Cover RH
Removal and Installation 1. Remove the air cleaner outlet tube. For additional information, refer to Section 303 - 12 .
2. Disconnect the fuel line. For additional information, refer to Section 310 - 00 .
3. Separate the engine wiring harness from the valve cover studs.
4. Separate the engine wiring harness from the valve cover studs.
5. Remove the positive crankcase ventilation (PCV) hose from the valve cover and position aside.
SECTION 303-
01B: Engine — 4.6L (2V) 2003 Mustang Workshop Manual Material
Item Specification
Silicone Gasket and Sealant
F7AZ-
19554- EA or equivalent WSE-
M4G323- A4 Klj . 1 ba
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10. Disconnect the EGR tube from the EGR valve.
11. Disconnect the positive crankcase ventilation (PCV) hose from the base of the throttle body.
12. Remove the PCV valve and hose as an assembly.
13. Remove the engine wiring harness. Klj . 4 ba
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