Ford Mustang (1999-2004) Service Manual: Battery and Cables
Vehicles are equipped with a 12 volt maintenance-free battery that contains a built-in hydrometer. The hydrometer eye indication is as follows:
- A green dot means the battery is OK.
- A yellow dot, red dot, or when the green dot is not visible, means the battery needs to be charged.
WARNING: Batteries normally produce explosive gases which can cause personal injury.
Therefore, do not allow flames, sparks or lighted substances to come near the battery. When charging or working near a battery, always shield your face and protect your eyes. Always provide ventilation.
WARNING: When lifting a battery, excessive pressure on the end walls could cause acid to leak out through the vent caps, resulting in personal injury, damage to the vehicle or the battery.
WARNING: Keep out of the reach of children. Batteries contain sulfuric acid. Avoid contact with skin, eyes, or clothing. Also, shield your eyes when working near the battery to protect against possible splashing of the acid solution. In case of acid contact with skin or eyes, flush immediately with water for a minimum of 15 minutes and get prompt medical attention. If acid is swallowed, call a physician immediately.
Ford Motor Company strongly recommends that lead-acid batteries be returned to an authorized recycling facility for disposal.
Battery, Mounting and Cables
General Specifications
Torque Specifications
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Battery (Diagnosis and Testing)
Special Tool(s)
Micro 490 Digital Battery
Analyzer
162-00004
Inspection and Verification
1. Verify the customer concern by operating the system.
2. Visually inspect for obvious ...
Other materials:
Lumbar Assembly
Removal and Installation
All vehicles
1. Remove the front seat. For additional information, refer to Seat-Front
Power in this section.
2. Release the J-clip.
3. Remove the seat backrest latch handle knob (62762).
4. Pull the seat backrest trim cover ...
Fuel Pressure Sensor
Material
Item
Specification
Super Premium SAE 5W-20
Motor Oil
XO-5W20-DSP or equivalent
WSS-M2C914-
A
Removal
WARNING: Do not smoke or carry lighted tobacco or open flame of
any type when
working on or near any fuel related compo ...
Symptom Chart
Condition
Possible Sources
Action
Hard Steering or
Lack of Assist
Seized lower steering
column shaft U-joints.
Damaged, fractured
steering column
bearing(s).
Power steering pump.
Suspension
components.
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