Ford Mustang (1999-2004) Service Manual: Engine Cooling
General Specifications

Torque Specifications


- Engine Cooling (Description and Operation)
- Engine Cooling (Diagnosis and Testing)
- Cooling System Draining, Filling and Bleeding
- Engine and Radiator Flushing
- Heater Core Backflushing
- Thermostat - 3.8L
- Thermostat - 4.6L(2V)
- Thermostat - 4.6L(4V)
- Bypass Tube - 3.8L
- Bypass Tube - Cobra
- Bypass Tube - Mach I
- Water Pump - 3.8L
- Water Pump - 4.6L(2V) and 4.6L(4V)
- Radiator
- Cooling Fan Motor and Shroud
- Water Bypass Hose - 3.8L
- Degas Bottle - 4.6L(2V) and 4.6L(4V)
Engine (Installation)
Special Tool(s)
Lifting Bracket, Engine
303-D087 (D93P-6001-A1)
Lifting Bracket, Engine
303-D088 (D93P-6001-A2)
Installer Set, Teflon Seal
211-D027 (D90P-35 ...
Engine Cooling (Description and Operation)
CAUTION: Vehicle cooling systems are filled with Motorcraft Premium
Gold Engine
Coolant VC-7-A (in Oregon VC-7-B) or equivalent meeting Ford specification
WSS-M97B51-A1
(yellow color). Always fill t ...
Other materials:
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 ...
Cleaning the alloy wheels
Note: Do not use chrome cleaner, metal cleaner or polish on wheels and
wheel covers.
A clearcoat paint finish coats aluminum wheels and wheel covers.
In order to maintain their condition:
• Clean weekly with Motorcraft Wheel and Tire Cleaner. Use a sponge ...
Idle Air Control (IAC) Valve - Cobra
Removal and Installation
1. Disconnect the idle air control (IAC) valve electrical connector.
2. Remove the bolts, the IAC valve and the gasket.
3. NOTE: Install a new gasket if necessary.
To install, reverse the removal procedure. ...
