Ford Mustang (1999-2004) Service Manual: Brake System (Diagnosis and Testing)
Refer to Wiring Diagrams Cell 60, Instrument Cluster for schematic and connector information.
Refer to Wiring Diagrams Cell 97, Daytime Running Lamps for schematic and connector information.
Special Tool(s)
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73 Digital Multimeter 105-R0051 or Equivalent |
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ABS Brake and Pressure Test Kit 107-02350 or Equivalent |
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Tire and Wheel Runout Gauge Set 134-00199 or Equivalent |
- Inspection and Verification
- Vibration When Brakes are Applied
- Symptom Chart
- Pinpoint Tests
- Component Tests
Brake System (Description and Operation)
Component Locations
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The vehicle is equipped with a vacuum-assisted or a hydro-boost power braking
system.
The braking system is a front-to-rear split hydraulic system.
The front wheel b ...
Inspection and Verification
WARNING: Use of any other than the approved DOT 3 brake fluid will
cause permanent
damage to brake components and will render the brakes inoperative.
WARNING: Brake fluid contains polyglycol ethers ...
Other materials:
Master Cylinder Priming - 4.6L
1. CAUTION: Use only bleed screws on the engine side of the
brake master cylinder
(2140). The hydro-boost bleed screw, located near the dash on the
hydro-booster
casting, is for the booster cavity filled with power steering fluid, not
brake fluid. ...
Closing the convertible top
Note: The convertible top will not operate unless the vehicle is
stationary or traveling under 3 mph (5 kmh).
Note: Make sure that the latch handles are pulled down and in the fully
opened position before the top makes contact with the windshield
header. This ...
Pressure Relief
Special Tool(s)
Fuel Pressure Gauge
310-012 (T80L-9974-B)
WARNING: Do not smoke or carry lighted tobacco or open flame of any
type when
working on or near any fuel-related components. Highly flammable mixtures are
always present
and may be ig ...



