MAMUSTANG ATLASTHE ENTHUSIAST'S REFERENCE

2016 workshop · Engine

Engine

303-01C Engine - 5.0L

2016 Mustang5.0LReference 491 / 6,619HTML edition
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Engine — original illustration 1, reference 491Original colors & callouts · Select to enlarge

16. NOTICE: The rod cap installation must keep the same orientation as marked during disassembly or

engine damage may occur.

NOTE: The connecting rod caps are of the "cracked" design and must mate with the connecting rod ends. Excessive bearing clearance will result if not mated correctly.

Install the connecting rod cap and bearing.

Install the new bolts hand tight.

Engine — original illustration 2, reference 491Original colors & callouts · Select to enlarge

17. Repeat the previous 2 steps for each of the remaining pistons.

18. Tighten the connecting rod bolts. Torque :

Source reference 491

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