Ford Mustang (1999-2004) Service Manual: Cleaning

1. Fabricate a cleaning tool from a 1/8 inch diameter brazing rod.

Spring Lock Coupling

2. Cut an abrasive pad from maroon colored 3M Scotch Brite with the dimensions corresponding to the coupling size.

Spring Lock Coupling

3. Assemble the pad to the tool.

Spring Lock Coupling

4. Coat the abrasive pad with PAG Refrigerant Compressor Oil (R-134a Systems) or equivalent.

5. Roll the pad on the tool and install it in a variable speed drill motor.

6. CAUTION: Maintain low speed drill rotation when inserting or removing the cleaning tool to prevent axial scratches which may cause future leaks.

Polish for one minute at moderate speed (less than 1,500 rpm) or until the surface is clean and free of scratches or foreign material.

Spring Lock Coupling

7. Clean the fitting with a lint-free cloth.

8. Inspect the surface for grooves or scratches. If grooves and scratches are still present, install a new component.

9. Clean the O-ring seal grooves with a 300 mm (12 inch) length of natural fiber string.

  • Loop the string around the grooves and pull the string back and forth.

Spring Lock Coupling

10. Remove any foreign material from the grooves with a lint-free cloth.

    Disconnect
    1. Remove the A/C tube lock coupling clip (19E746), if equipped. 2. Fit the special tool to the spring lock coupling. 3. Push the tool into the cage opening to release the female fitting from the ...

    Connect
    1. Install the A/C tube lock coupling spring. 2. Lubricate the inside of the coupling with PAG Refrigerant Compressor Oil (R-134a Systems) or equivalent. 3. CAUTION: Use only the new O-ring seals ...

    Other materials:

    Installation
    1. Apply silicone gasket and sealant in the locations shown. 2. Install the engine front cover.   3. Install the belt idler pulleys and the bolts. 4. Connect the CMP sensor electrical connector. 5. Raise the vehicle. 6. Install the crankshaft fr ...

    Rocker Arms - Inspection
    CAUTION: Do not attempt to true surfaces by grinding. Check the rocker arm pad, side rails and seat for excessive wear, cracks, nicks or burrs. Check the rocker arm seat bolt for stripped or broken threads. Install new components as ncessary or possible ...

    Master Cylinder
    Removal 1. Disconnect the fluid level sensor connector. 2. Disconnect the brake tubes. 3. Remove the brake master cylinder nuts. 4. Remove the brake master cylinder (2140). Installation 1. To install, reverse the removal procedure. Bleed the brake ...