Ford Mustang (1999-2004) Service Manual: Convertible Top (Description and Operation)
Rear Window Glass Assembly
The convertible top assembly is equipped with a rear window glass assembly. The rear window glass assembly is permanently attached to the folding top rear window curtain and cannot be opened. The rear window glass must be repaired separately.
Stay Pad
The stay pad is attached to the bows and is repaired as a component.
Hydraulic System
The convertible top hydraulic system is comprised of the lift cylinders, the motor, the connecting hydraulic lines and a convertible top switch. The hydraulic system, except for the convertible top switch, is removed as an assembly, but the components may be repaired separately.
Convertible Top
General Specifications
Torque Specifications
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Convertible Top (Diagnosis and Testing)
Refer to Wiring Diagrams Cell 103 , for schematic and connector
information.
Special Tool(s)
73 III Automotive Meter
105-R0057 or equivalent
Principles of Operation
The converti ...
Other materials:
Steering System (Description and Operation)
The steering system has a typical rack-and-pinion design consisting of the
following:
Steering System Components - 3.8L Engine (CII Power Steering
Pump)
Steering System Components - 4.6L Engine (CIII Power Steering
Pump)
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Installation
1. Install the intake manifold and gaskets, tighten the bolts in the sequence
shown.
2. NOTE: The O-ring is to be installed on the top of the thermostat.
Install the water thermostat and the O-ring.
Install a new O-ring as necessary.
3. Install the wa ...
Installation
NOTE: Do not use a fiber disc to clean the surfaces. Fibers from
the disc can get into the oil pan and
oil and clog the oil bypass valve.
1. Clean and inspect the cylinder head for flatness.
2. Install a new head gasket on the cylinder block with the sma ...
