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:
Inspection and Verification
WARNING: When servicing starter motor or carrying out other underhood
work in the
vicinity of the starter motor, be aware that the heavy gauge battery input lead
at the starter
solenoid is "electrically hot" at all times. A protective cap or boot is
provide ...
Symptom Chart
Condition
Possible Sources
Action
Traction-Lok
does not work in
snow, mud or on
ice
Differential.
CARRY OUT the Traction-
Lok Differential Operation
Check in this section. REPAIR
as necessar ...
Installing child seats
Child Seats
Use a child safety seat (sometimes
called an infant carrier, convertible
seat, or toddler seat) for infants,
toddlers or children weighing
40 pounds (18 kilograms) or less
(generally age four or younger).
Using Lap and Shoulder Belts
WARNING: Airb ...
