MAMUSTANG ATLASTHE ENTHUSIAST'S REFERENCE

2015–2017 source collection · Additional coverage

Camshafts — Installation

Engine - 3.7L Duratec (227kW & 301PS)

Source configuration appliesSource reference 5,018HTML edition
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Camshafts — original illustration 1, reference 5018Original colors & callouts · Select to enlarge

16. Loosen the camshaft cap bolts.

Camshafts — original illustration 2, reference 5018Original colors & callouts · Select to enlarge

17. Tighten the camshaft cap bolts.

Torque:

Stage 1: 71 lb.in (8 Nm)

Stage 2: 45°

Camshafts — original illustration 3, reference 5018Original colors & callouts · Select to enlarge

NOTE: If any components are installed new, the engine valve clearance must be checked/adjusted or engine damage may occur.

NOTE: Use a camshaft sprocket bolt to turn the camshafts.

18. Confirm that the valve tappet clearances are within specification. If valve tappet clearances are not within specification, the clearance must be adjusted by installing new valve tappet(s) of the correct size. Refer to: Valve Clearance Adjustment

.Use the General Equipment: Feeler Gauge

Ford_Mustang_all_2015-2017.pdf · source reference 5018

Original technical text and illustrations, formatted as HTML. Follow the engine, transmission, equipment, model and year specified in the source. Import and layout checks do not establish applicability to every 2015–2017 Mustang. About this collection.