Ford Mustang (1999-2004) Service Manual: Frame and Mounting

Frame and Body Mounting

Torque Specifications

Torque Specifications

Frame Assembly

Underbody misalignment can affect front and rear wheel alignment, the operation of the suspension parts and drivetrain operation. Window glass cracks, door and window opening concerns, and air or water leaks at the doors are often caused by improperly tightened bolts and body misalignment.

Every structural member and outer panel is designed to offer the maximum protection in the event of a collision.

Body Misalignment Check

1. CAUTION: Do not attempt to correct any serious misalignment with one pulling/pushing operation. Damage to structure may occur.

NOTE: All body alignment measurements are made without trim and from metal to metal.

To check the body alignment, take two opposite diagonal measurements between the front, center or rear pillars. Take the measurements between reference points, such as crease lines or weld joints which are diagonally opposite each other on the two pillars being measured.

Installation
WARNING: To reduce the risk of serious personal injury, read and follow all warnings, cautions and notes at the beginning of the removal procedure. Vehicles receiving a new clockspring 1. NOT ...

Underbody Misalignment Check
Underbody Dimensions   1. Underbody dimensions tolerances are +- 3.175 mm (0.125 in). Reference dimensions are not controlled dimensions. Reference points are +- 4.76 mm (0.1875 in). All und ...

Other materials:

Toe Adjustment - Rear
1. Loosen the nuts. To prevent damage to the ball joints, hold the tie-rod ends while loosening the nuts.   2. Rotate the toe link to the correct toe setting. 3. Tighten the nuts. To prevent damage to the ball joints, hold the tie-rod ends wh ...

Assembly
All steering gears 1. Install the steering gear in the special tools. Steering gears equipped with travel restrictors 2. Install the travel restrictors. Install new travel restrictors as necessary. All steering gears 3. CAUTION: Place the steering gear at t ...

Luggage Compartment Lid - Hinge
Removal 1. Disconnect the electrical connector. 2. Remove the lift cylinder. 3. Remove the luggage compartment lid hinge bolts. 4. NOTE: Remove the sealer around the luggage compartment lid hinge if necessary. Remove the nuts and the luggage compartm ...