Ford Mustang (1999-2004) Service Manual: Bleeding - Components
Special Tool(s)
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Worldwide Diagnostic System (WDS) 418-F224, New Generation STAR (NGS) Tester 418-F052, or equivalent scan tool |
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NGS Flash Cable 418-F120 (007-00531) or Equivalent |
- Master Cylinder Priming - In-Vehicle or Bench
- Master Cylinder Priming - 4.6L
- Four Wheel Anti-Lock Brake System (4WABS) Hydraulic Control Unit (HCU)
- Caliper
Component Tests
Brake Booster
1. Check the hydraulic brake system for leaks or insufficient fluid.
2. With the transmission (7003) in NEUTRAL, stop the engine (6007) and
apply the parking brake
control (278 ...
Master Cylinder Priming - In-Vehicle or Bench
WARNING: Brake fluid contains polyglycol ethers and polyglycols. Avoid
contact with
eyes. Wash hands thoroughly after handling. If brake fluid contacts eyes, flush
eyes with
running water for 15 min ...
Other materials:
Transmission (Removal)
1. Remove the gearshift lever knob.
2. Remove the console panel gearshift plate. Disconnect the cigar lighter
electrical connector, then
lift the gearshift lever boot over the gearshift lever.
3. Remove the bolts and the upper gearshift lever.
4. Remove ...
Degas Bottle - 4.6L(2V) and 4.6L(4V)
Removal and Installation
1. Drain the engine coolant from the degas bottle only. For additional
information, refer to Cooling
System Draining, Filling and Bleeding in this section.
2. Disconnect the radiator vent hose.
3. Remove the degas bottle return hos ...
Rocker Arms - Inspection
CAUTION: Do not attempt to true surfaces by grinding. Check the
rocker arm pad, side
rails and seat for excessive wear, cracks, nicks or burrs. Check the rocker
arm seat bolt for
stripped or broken threads. Install new components as ncessary or possible ...


