Ford Mustang (1999-2004) Service Manual: Acceleration Control (Description and Operation)
Component Locations
The throttle is controlled by the accelerator cable which is connected to the accelerator pedal and shaft.
- The accelerator pedal and shaft should travel smoothly from the idle to the wide-open throttle (WOT) positions. Hesitation on return or prevention of return to the idle position must not occur.
- Surrounding components such as wiring, hoses, sound insulator and floor covering must not contact the sliding inner member of the accelerator cable or the accelerator pedal and shaft.
- The sliding inner member of the accelerator cable should not be lubricated and is not serviceable.
Acceleration Control (Diagnosis and Testing)
Inspection and Verification
1. Verify the customer's concern by operating the acceleration control system
to duplicate the
condition.
2. Inspect to determine if any of the following mechanical conce ...
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Evaporative Emissions (Description and Operation)
Component Location
The evaporative emission system:
is equipped with an on-board refueling vapor recovery (ORVR) system.
prevents hydrocarbon emissions from reaching the atmosphere.
stores fuel vapors in the evaporative emission (EVAP) canis ...
Installation
1. Inspect the rear axle pinion flange seal journal for rust, nicks, and
scratches prior to installing
the flange. Polish the seal journal with fine crocus cloth, if necessary.
2. Lubricate the rear axle pinion flange splines.
Use SAE 75W-140 High Performa ...
Shift Point Road Test
This test verifies that the shift control system is operating
correctly.
1. Bring engine and transmission up to normal operating temperature.
2. Operate vehicle with transmission range selector lever in (D)
position.
3. NOTE: Shift speed ranges a ...
