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:
Manual Transmission and Clutch (Description and Operation)
The primary function of the clutch is to couple and uncouple engine
power to the transmission upon
driver command. For additional information, refer to Section.
Clutch Disc and Clutch Pressure Plate - 3.8L
Clutch Disc and Clutch Pressure Pl ...
Component Tests
Driveline Vibration
An analysis of driveline vibration can also be conducted using the Vibration
Analyzer; follow the
manufacturer's directions.
Driveline vibration exhibits a higher frequency and lower amplitude than does
high-speed shake.
Driveline vibra ...
Bearings - Inspection
NOTE: If any of the following conditions exist, install a new
bearing.
1. Inspect the bearing for a bent cage.
2. Inspect bearings for galling (metal smears on roller ends).
Galling is caused by overheating, poor lubrication or an overload
situatio ...
