how to properly determine the main bearing bore diameter on 1993-2002 Ford 2.5L VIN B and KL engines. This engine is made by Mazda and used in the Probe and 626 car models. It appears some previously published information may have been inaccurate. Many service specifications have listed a housing bore diameter .002˝ smaller than it should be.
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The terminals of this Distributor require spark plug style terminals. You may need to change the terminals and boots of your wires. MSD offers a kit, PN 8849 that is supplied with nine boots and terminals for this style cap.
TIMING FUNCTIONS
Before continuing with the installation, here are a few definitions you should be aware of:
Initial Timing: This is the base timing (also referred to as idle timing) of the engine before the centrifugal advance begins.
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Along with the increase of electronic devices used in automobiles, the use of wiring harnesses for power and signal systems on board is growing remarkably. In these circumstances, the electromagnetic interference (EMI) generated by the power system should cause troubles on signal systems and other chassis-mounted electronic devices. Wiring harnesses act as the direct transmission lines of EMI, so the shielding has become an essential element of power wiring harness system. Generally, braided shield cables and shielded connectors have been used as the EMI shielding measures on the wiring harnesses. Such measures, however, resulted in the increase in cost and size of wiring harnesses. This paper describes the development of a low-cost shielded construction for high-voltage wiring harnesses applied in Toyota’s hybrid electric vehicle (HEV), new Prius.
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This Borla Performance X-Pipe (Part number 60092) has been designed for the 2005-2008 Ford Mustang GT equipped with a 4.6L V8 engine and automatic or manual transmissions.
Original H-Pipe Removal
Note: With a used vehicle, we suggest a penetrating spray lubricant to be applied liberally to all exhaust fasteners and allowing a significant period of time for the chemical to lubricate the threads before attempting to disassemble.
1. Loosen the clamps shown in figure 1 located just behind the h-pipe.
2. Loosen the clamps shown in figure 2 located just in front of each muffler assembly.
3. Beginning with the left (driver) side, using a flat blade screwdriver, pull the clip as shown in figure 3 to disengage it from the pipe.
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These tools are designed to remove and install front wheel drive front wheel bearings. It is not necessary to remove the knuckle assembly from the vehicle, and, as a result, front wheel alignment is not altered.
Vehicle Setup
1. Raise the vehicle until all weight is off the front wheels, and they hang freely.
2. Remove the following components: • front tires • axle nut • outer tie rod nut and tie rod • disc brake caliper – use a wire (or OTC No. 7661 caliper hanger set) to hold caliper out of the way and prevent damage to brake hose • brake rotor • loosen the lower ball joint from the steering knuckle assembly
3. Lubricate the forcing screw in the tool set.
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Preparation
1. Ensure all lamps and accessories are OFF.
2. Ensure the ignition switch is in the OFF position.
3. Loosen the negative battery cable bolt.
Remove negative battery cable from terminal and position away from battery.
4. Wait one (1) minute prior to working on the vehicle to assure SIR roof rail airbag system has been disabled for your safety. Install Camera into Endgate
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The Adapter Plate kit will allow you to use Buick, Pontiac or Oldsmobile and Cadillac 200, 350 and 400 Turbo-Hydramatic Transmissions with a Chevrolet engine. No alterations are necessary and installation is easy and simple.
NOTE: On some Turbo 400 transmissions, the webbing located inside the bell housing may interfere with two of the adapter plate kit bolts. Webbing must be trimmed to clear these bolts.
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To get the best results for the Jacobs Exhaust Brake, it is necessary to observe several simple operating procedures. The Jacobs Exhaust Brake is activiated when the following conditions are met:
1. The system ON/OFF switch is in the ON position
2. The engine is not being fueled.
There will be a one or two second delay between the time when the accelerator pedal is released and the Jacobs Exhaust Brake is commanded closed by the Engine Control Module. This delay is programmed into the Engine Control Module and is not adjustable. The purpose of this delay is to prevent unintended activation of the exhaust brake during gear change events.
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This Fast Response Circuit is designed specifically for use with DODGE D-Series Motor Brakes. It will allow the brake to provide a faster drop out time (time to braking). Part number 031386 is for use with 115/230 VAC brake coils. Part number 031389 is for use with 230/460 VAC brake coils.
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PROCEDURES:
1. REMOVE CONTENTS FROM BOX. VERIFY ALL PARTS ARE PRESENT. READ INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY BEFORE STARTING INSTALLATION. DRILLING MAY BE REQUIRED.
2. From underside the driver side front of the vehicle, remove the factory body mount bolt. Remove but do not discard the rubber bushing. Install (1) 12-1.75mm x 120mm Hex Bolt with (1) 12mm ID x 30.1mm OD x 3.1mm Flat Washer and (1) 12mm Lock Washer through the Driver Side Front Mounting Bracket. Position (1) Spacer Plate between the Mounting Bracket and the factory rubber bushing, (Figure 4). Slide the complete assembly up into position under the cab mounting bracket and thread the 12mm Hex Bolt into the factory mounting hole. Snug but do not tighten at this time.
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