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:
Headliner
Removal
1. Remove the two upper quarter panels. For additional information,
refer to Trim Panel-Upper
Quarter in this section.
2. Remove the two windshield side garnish mouldings.
3. Remove the two sun visors.
1. Remove the six screws.
2. ...
Symptom Chart
Condition
Possible Sources
Action
Hard Steering or
Lack of Assist
Seized lower steering
column shaft U-joints.
Damaged, fractured
steering column
bearing(s).
Power steering pump.
Suspension
components.
...
Inspection and Verification
1. Verify the customer concern is with the evaporative emission (EVAP)
system.
2. Visually inspect for the following obvious signs of mechanical damage.
Visual Inspection Chart
Mechanical
Fuel filler cap
EVAP test port
...
