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:
Driving Aids
STEERING
Electric Power Steering
WARNING: The electric power steering system has diagnostic
checks that continuously monitor the system to ensure proper
operation. When a system error is detected a steering message will
appear in the information display.
WARNI ...
Running out of fuel
Avoid running out of fuel because this situation may have an adverse
effect on powertrain components.
If you have run out of fuel:
• You may need to cycle the ignition from off to on several times after
refueling to allow the fuel system to pump the fuel fr ...
Rear Spoiler
Removal and Installation
1. Open the luggage compartment lid.
2. Disconnect the high mounted stoplamp electrical connector.
3. Remove the screws and the nuts.
4. CAUTION: Use care not damge the pin-type retainers and pin-type
retainer seals
during re ...
