Ford 2003 Mustang Workshop Manual page 1529

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CAUTION: Do not stamp the top of pistons, as ring land damage can occur.

NOTE: Connecting rods and rod caps should be numbered to keep the correct orientation in the

following sequence.

Remove the connecting rod caps for pistons number 1 and 6.

Discard the bolts.

CAUTION: Do not scratch the cylinder walls or crankshaft journals with the

connecting rod.

NOTE: Before removing pistons, inspect the top of the cylinder bores. If necessary, remove the

ridge or carbon deposits from each cylinder using a cylinder ridge reamer. Follow

manufacturer's instructions.

Using the special tool, push pistons number 1 and 6 through the top of the cylinder block.

74. To remove pistons number 3 and 5, 4 and 7, 2 and 8, turn the crankshaft 90 degrees and repeat

the previous two steps.

75. Remove the side bolts.

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