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 ...
Other materials:
Camshaft
Removal and Installation
1. Remove the timing chains. For additional information, refer to Timing
Drive Components in this
section.
2. Remove the roller followers. For additional information, refer to Camshaft
Roller Follower in this
section.
3. Remove the ...
Checks and Services
Certain basic maintenance checks and inspections should be carried out at
specified intervals. Any
recognized adverse condition should be corrected as soon as possible.
Maximum Oil Change Interval (Normal Schedule)
8,000 km (5,000 miles) or 6 months, whiche ...
Fill
1. WARNING: Do not mix oil types, any mixture or any unapproved oil can
lead to seal
deterioration and leaks. A leak can ultimately cause loss of fluid, which can
result in a
loss of power steering assist.
Check the fluid level. If necessary, fill the reserv ...

