Mustang V6-3.8L VIN 4 (1998)
Push Rod: Testing and Inspection
CLEANING
Clean the push rods in a suitable solvent. Blow out the oil passage in the push rods with compressed air.
INSPECTION
Check the ends of the push rods for nicks, grooves, roughness or excessive wear. Replace damaged push rods.
The push rods can be checked for straightness while they are installed in the engine by rotating them with the valve closed. They also can be checked
with a Dial Indicator with Bracketry 100-002 (TOOL-4201-C) or equivalent.
CAUTION: Do not attempt to straighten push rods.
If the push rod is bent beyond specifications, replace it.
