Mustang Cobra V8-281 4.6L DOHC VIN V MFI (1997)
14. Check connecting rod side clearance using Rotunda Dial Indicator with Bracketry 014-00282 or equivalent. Clearance should be 0.15-0.45 mm
(0.006-0.0177 inch). If side clearance is greater than maximum service limit of 0.50 mm (0.020 inch), replace connecting rods and/or crankshaft.
NOTE: Install new O-ring on oil pump screen cover and tube. Then start all bolts on oil pump (6600) and oil pump screen cover and tube before
tightening.
15. Install oil pump screen cover and tube. Follow proper procedure.
16. Install new oil pan gasket on oil pan and place on cylinder block. Install 12 oil pan bolts and tighten in two steps:
a. Tighten to 20 Nm (14 ft. lbs.).
