Ford Mustang (1999-2004) Service Manual: Fill
1. WARNING: Do not mix oil types, any mixture or any unapproved oil can lead to seal deterioration and leaks. A leak can ultimately cause loss of fluid, which can result in a loss of power steering assist.
Check the fluid level. If necessary, fill the reservoir to the correct level.
- Use Motorcraft MERCON Multi-Purpose ATF XT-2-QDX or MERCON equivalent.
2. Remove the fuel pump fuse from the battery junction box.
3. Raise the front wheels off the floor.
4. CAUTION: Do not crank the engine for more than 15 seconds at a time. Allow the starter to cool for 1 minute before cranking again. Premature starter failure can occur.
CAUTION: Do not hold the steering wheel against the stops for more than three to five seconds at a time. Damage to the power steering pump will occur.
Turn the steering wheel from stop-to-stop while cranking the engine.
5. Lower the vehicle.
6. CAUTION: Do not overfill the reservoir.
Check the fluid level. If necessary, fill the reservoir to the correct level.
- Use Motorcraft MERCON Multi-Purpose ATF XT-2-QDX or MERCON equivalent.
7. Install the fuel pump fuse.
Purging - CIII Power Steering Pump
Special Tool(s)
Vacuum Pump
416-D002 (D95L-7559-A) or
Equivalent
CAUTION: If the air is not purged from the power steering system
correctly, premature
power steering pump failure ca ...
Power Steering
General Specifications
Torque Specifications
a - Once torque is reached, continue turning to align slot in nut with cotter
pin hole in tie-rod. ...
Other materials:
Valve Spring Strength
Special Tool(s)
Pressure Gauge, Valve/Clutch
Spring
303-006 (TOOL-6513-DD) or
equivalent
1. Use a Valve/Clutch Spring Pressure Gauge to check the valve spring for
correct strength at the
specified valve spring length.
Refer to the appr ...
NVH Condition and Symptom Categories
A good diagnostic process is a logical sequence of steps that lead to the
identification of a causal
system. Use the condition and symptom categories as follows:
Identify the operating condition that the vehicle is exhibiting.
Match the operating condition ...
Knock
Knock, which can occur on all driving phases, has several causes including
damaged teeth or gearset.
In most cases, one of the following conditions will occur:
1. A gear tooth damaged on the drive side is a common cause of the knock.
This can usually be
cor ...
