Ford Mustang (1999-2004) Service Manual: Child Safety Seat Belt - Tether Anchor
Removal and Installation
Hard top only
1. Remove the package tray. For additional information, refer to Section.
2. Remove the bolts and the tether anchor bracket.

Convertible only
3. NOTE: Rework the sheet metal to its original condition and structural integrity.
The convertible model tether anchors are part of the sheet metal.
- These are accessed through the trunk by removing the trunk front trim.

Hard top only
4. NOTE: Rework the sheet metal to its original condition and structural integrity.
To install, reverse the removal procedure.
Hard top and convertible
5. Check the restraint system for correct operation.
Retractor - Rear Seat Safety Belt, Convertible
Special Tool(s)
Torx Bit, Safety Belt Bolt
501-010 (T77L-2100-A)
Removal
1. Remove the rear seat cushion.
2. Remove the luggage compartment front lining board (45444).
3. Release the ...
Safety Belt Buckle - Front Seat
Removal
Driver and passenger seat
1. Remove the front seat. For additional information, refer to Section.
2. Remove the nut and the safety belt buckle.
Driver seat only
3. Disconnect the safety bel ...
Other materials:
SecuriLock® passive anti-theft system
Note: The system is not compatible with non-Ford aftermarket remote
start systems. Use of these systems may result in vehicle starting
problems and a loss of security protection.
Note: Metallic objects, electronic devices or a second coded key on the
same key ...
Piston Inspection
Special Tool(s)
Scraper, Piston Ring Groove
303-D033 (D81L-6002-D) or
equivalent
CAUTION: Do not use a caustic cleaning solution or a wire brush to
clean the pistons or
damage can occur.
1. Clean and inspect the (1) ring lands, (2) skirts, ...
Switch - Deactivator
Removal
1. Disconnect the battery ground cable.
2. Remove the deactivator switch.
1. Disconnect the deactivator switch electrical connector.
2. Detach the lower deactivator switch hook.
3. Detach the upper deactivator pivot.
Installation
1. N ...
