Ford Mustang (1999-2004) Service Manual: Fittings - R-Clip
Material
| Item | Specification |
| SAE 5W-20 Super Premium Synthetic Blend Motor Oil XO-5W20-QSP or equivalent | WSS-M2C153- H |
Disconnect
WARNING: Do not smoke or carry lighted tobacco or open flame of any type when working on or near any fuel-related components. Highly flammable mixtures are always present and may be ignited, resulting in possible personal injury.
WARNING: Fuel in the fuel system remains under high pressure even when the engine is not running. Before servicing or disconnecting any of the fuel lines or fuel system components, the fuel system pressure must be relieved to prevent accidental spraying of fuel, causing possible personal injury or a fire hazard.
CAUTION: Do not use any tools. The use of tools may cause a deformity in the clip components which may cause fuel leaks.
1. Relieve the fuel system pressure. For additional information, refer to Pressure Relief in this section.
2. Remove the shipping tab by bending.
3. Spread the R-clip legs and push the clip into the fitting.
4. Separate the fitting from the tube.
Connect
1. NOTE: Apply a light coat of clean engine oil.
Clean and inspect the fitting and the tube for damage.
2. Insert the R-clip into the fitting.
3. Insert the tube in the fitting and push together until a click is heard.
4. Pull on the connection to make sure it is fully engaged.
Fuel Line Fittings - Push Connect
Special Tool(s)
Disconnect Tool, Spring Lock
Coupling
310-S039 (T90T-9550-S)
Material
Item
Specification
SAE 5W-20 Super Premium
Blend Motor Oil
XO-5W20-QSP or equiv ...
Fittings - Vapor Tube
Disconnect
1. WARNING: The evaporative emission system contains fuel vapor and
condensed
fuel vapor. Although not present in large quantities, it still presents the
danger of
explosion or fire. Disc ...
Other materials:
Torque Converter Leak Check
Special Tool(s)
Leak Tester, Torque Converter
307-421
1. Clean the outside surface of the torque converter.
2. Install the special tool into the converter hub.
3. WARNING: Always follow correct safety procedures while using press.
Failure t ...
Component Tests
Heater Core
WARNING: Carbon monoxide gas is colorless, odorless and dangerous.
If it is necessary
to operate the engine with the vehicle in a closed area such as a garage,
always use an exhaust
collector to vent the exhaust gases outside the closed area ...
Fuel cut-off switch
WARNING: Failure to inspect and if necessary repair fuel leaks
after a collision may increase the risk of fire and serious injury.
Ford Motor Company recommends that the fuel system be inspected by
an authorized dealer after any collision.
In the event of a m ...
