Ford Mustang (1999-2004) Service Manual: Charging System (Diagnosis and Testing)
Refer to Wiring Diagrams Cell 12 , Charging System for schematic and connector information.
Special Tool(s)
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73III Automotive Meter 105-R0057 or equivalent |
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SABRE Premium Battery and Electrical System Tester 010-00736 or equivalent |
Principles of Operation




Charging System (Description and Operation)
The charging system is a negative ground system consisting of the
following:
generator
internal voltage regulator
charging system warning indicator
storage battery
necessary wirin ...
Functionality
With the ignition switch in the RUN position, voltage is applied
through the warning indicator I circuit
904 (LG/RD) to the voltage regulator. This turns the regulator on,
allowing current to ...
Other materials:
Connecting Rod - Bearing Journal Clearance
Special Tool(s)
Plastigage
303-D031 (D81L-6002-B) or
equivalent
NOTE: The crankshaft connecting rod journals must be within
specifications to check the connecting
rod bearing journal clearance.
1. Remove the connecting rod bearing cap.
2. ...
Principles of Operation
Key-In-Ignition Warning Chime
The key-in-ignition warning chime activates when the generic
electronic module (GEM) detects the
ignition switch circuits are in the OFF or ACC states and when the GEM
detects the driver door is ajar
from the driver do ...
Tracing Powder
Tracing powder is used to check both the uniformity of contact and the
tension of a seal against its
sealing surface. These tests are usually done when a suspected air leak/noise
appears to originate
from the seal area or during the alignment and adjustment ...


