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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Brake Disc Machining
Special Tool(s)
Gauge, Clutch Housing
308-021 (T75L-4201-A)
Dial Indicator Gauge with
Holding Fixture
100-002 (TOOL-4201-C) or
equivalent
Material
Item
Specification
Metal Surface Cleaner
F4AZ-19A536-RA or equiv ...
Pinpoint Tests
PINPOINT TEST A: THE BRAKES PULL OR DRIFT
Test Step
Result / Action to Take
A1 CHECK THE TIRES
YesGO to A2 .
No
CORRECT as necessary.
RETEST for normal
operation.
NOTE: Check tire pressure with the brakes off.
Check tires for u ...
Spring Lock Coupling
The spring lock coupling is a refrigerant line coupling held together by a
garter spring inside a circular
cage.
When the coupling is connected together, the flared end of the female
fitting slips behind the
garter spring inside the cage of th ...
