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:
Camshaft
Material
Removal
1. Remove the valve tappets. For additional information, refer to Valve
Tappets in this section.
2. Remove the timing chain. For additional information, refer to Timing
Chain in this section.
3. Position the wire harness aside.
4. R ...
Disassembly
1. CAUTION: Do not place the cylinder head flat on the bench; the
valves will bend.
CAUTION: Before disassembly begins, mark the valve position on the face of each
valve being removed. The valves must be re-installed into the same positions.
Install the spec ...
Inspection and Verification
1. The interior lighting system is a generic electronic module (GEM)
controlled system.
2. Verify the customer concern by operating the interior lighting system.
3. Visually inspect for the following obvious signs of mechanical and
electrical damage.
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