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50.
NOTE: This step will allow removal of the exhaust manifold through the bottom and access for
the installation of the engine lift brackets.
Using a suitable floor crane, raise the engine to remove the exhaust manifold.
51. Install the RH and LH special tool.
52. NOTE: Before carrying out this step it will be necessary to support the transmission with a floor
jack and a block of wood.
Install the special tool. Klj . 11 ba
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53. Separate the harness from the bracket.
zRaise the engine slightly to gain access to the transmission wiring support bracket.
54. NOTE: Adjust the transmission support jack as necessary to aid in the removal of the engine.
Using the special tool, remove the engine from the vehicle. Klj . 12 ba
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1.
NOTE: Adjust the transmission support jack as necessary to aid in the installation of the engine.
Using the special tool, install the engine.
2. Connect the transmission wiring to the bracket during installation.
3. Remove the special tool.
4. Install the special tool. Klj . 2 ba
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IN-
VEHICLE REPAIR
Oil Pan
Removal 1. Disconnect the battery ground cable (14301). For additional information, refer to Section 414 -
01 .
2. Remove the transmission. For additional information, refer to Section 308 - 03B .
3. Remove the air cleaner outlet tube (9B659). For additional information, refer to Section 303 - 12 .
4. Remove the radiator sight shield (8C251).
5. Remove the manifold and tube assembly— accumulator to compressor, 4.6L. For additional
information, refer to Section 412 - 03 .
6. Remove the A/C line. For additional information, refer to Section 412 - 03 .
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01C: Engine — Cobra 4.6L (4V) 2003 Mustang Workshop Manual Special Tool(s)
Compressor, Coil Spring
204-
D001 (D78P-5310- A) Lifting Bracket, Engine
303-
D088 (D93P-6001- A2) 3-
Bar Engine Support Kit
303- F072
Material Item Specification
Metal Surface Cleaner
F4AZ-
19A536- RA or
equivalent WSE-
M5B392- A Silicone Gasket and Sealant
F7AZ-
19554- EA or equivalent WSE-
M4G323-
A4 Super Premium SAE 5W-20
Engine Oil
XO- 5W20- QSP or equivalent WSS-
M2C153- H Klj . 1 ba
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18. Install the two nuts.
19. Install the transmission. For additional information, refer to
Section 308 - 03B .
20. Lower the vehicle.
21. Fill the engine crankcase with clean engine oil.
22. Install the A/C line. For additional information, refer to Section 412 - 03 .
23. Install the manifold and tube assembly— accumulator to compressor, 4.6L. For additional
information, refer to Section 412 - 03 .
24. Install the radiator sight shield.
25. Install the air cleaner outlet tube. For additional information, refer to Section 303 - 12 .
26. Install the battery ground cable. For additional information, refer to Section 414 - 01 .
27. Start the engine and check for leaks. Klj . 10 ba
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49. Remove the auxiliary crankshaft pulley. For additional information, refer to
Crankshaft Pulley —
Auxiliary in this section.
50. Remove the clutch. For additional information, refer to Section 308 - 01 .
51. Remove the transmission wiring harness. 1. Remove the RH oxygen sensor connector from the bracket.
2. Disconnect the transmission wiring connector and remove the harness.
52. NOTE: LH is shown, RH is similar.
Remove the right and left exhaust manifold flange nuts, and position the exhaust manifold
aside.
53. Drain the engine oil. zInstall the drain plug when finished. Klj . 12 ba
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15. Position the wiring harness bracket and install the nut.
16.
NOTE: RH is shown, LH is similar.
Position the exhaust and install the manifold flange nuts.
17. Connect the transmission wiring harness. 1. Connect the RH oxygen sensor connector retainer.
2. Connect the transmission harness electrical connector. Klj . 5 ba
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IN-
VEHICLE REPAIR
Valve Cover LH
Removal
All vehicles 1. Remove the air intake scoop. For additional information, refer to Section 303 - 12 .
2. Remove the Hydro- Boost brake booster. For additional information, refer to Section 206 - 07 .
3. Raise and support the vehicle. For additional information, refer to Section 100 - 02 .
Manual transmission vehicles
4. Remove the screw and the dust shield.
5. Disengage the clutch release cable from the clutch release fork.
SECTION 303-
01D: Engine — Mach I 4.6L (4V) 2003 Mustang Workshop Manual Material
Item Specification
Metal Surface Cleaner
F4AZ-
19A536- RA or
equivalent WSE-
M5B392- A Silicone Gasket and Sealant
F7AZ-
19554- EA or equivalent WSE-
M4G323-
A4 Klj . 1 ba
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10. Install the clutch release cable and install the two screws.
11. Raise and support the vehicle. For additional information, refer to Section 100 - 02 .
12. Connect the clutch release cable to the clutch release fork.
13. Install the dust shield and the screw. Klj . 7 ba
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IN-
VEHICLE REPAIR
Engine Front Cover
Removal
All vehicles 1. Remove the air intake scoop bracket. For additional information, refer to Section 303 - 12 .
2. Remove the RH valve cover. For additional information, refer to Valve Cover RH in this section.
3. Remove the Hydro- Boost brake booster. For additional information, refer to Section 206 - 07 .
Manual transmission vehicles
4. Remove the two clutch release cable retaining screws.
All vehicles 5. Remove the LH ignition coil cover bolts and the cover.
SECTION 303-
01D: Engine — Mach I 4.6L (4V) 2003 Mustang Workshop Manual Material
Item Specification
Metal Surface Cleaner
F4AZ-
19A536- RA or equivalent WSE-
M5B392-
A Silicone Gasket and Sealant
F7AZ-
19554- EA or equivalent WSE-
M4G323-
A4 SAE 5W-
30 Premium Synthetic
Blend Motor Oil
XO- 5W30-QSP or equivalent WSS-
M2C153-
G Klj . 1 ba
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