Ford Mustang (1999-2004) Service Manual: General Maintenance Information
NOTE: This is a generic maintenance schedule for all Ford, Lincoln and Mercury vehicles. There may be items listed that do not apply to all vehicles.
The Normal Schedule applies to operation of the vehicle under typical, everyday driving conditions.
The maintenance frequency in this schedule typifies what the vast majority of vehicles will require. The listed services should be carried out at specified mileage intervals. There are, however, additional services required that only the noted vehicles require.
If the vehicle is operated in one or more of the following special operating conditions, those additional services will be required. The special operating conditions are:
- towing or carrying heavy loads.
- extensive idling and/or driving at low speeds for long distances.
- driving in dusty conditions.
- off-road operation.
There are also exceptions to the Normal Operating Schedule which will require more frequent maintenance for some components. Those exceptions are:
- natural gas and propane vehicles - fuel tank intervals.
- normal vehicle axle - maintenance and lubrication.
- police and taxi vehicles - maintenance and lubrication.
- engine oil and yellow coolant - time and mileage-based interval.
Maintenance Schedule
Maintenance Schedule -Vehicles with Gasoline Engines
The maintenance schedule is designed to protect against major repairs
resulting from neglect or
inadequate maintenance and to prolong the life of ...
Special Operating Condition Requirements
When towing a trailer or using a camper or car-top carrier:
Change engine oil and install a new oil filter every 4,800 km (3,000
miles) or 3 months.
Change transfer case fluid every 96,000 km (60 ...
Other materials:
Removal
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. Failure to follow these instructions may result in personal
injury ...
Air Cleaner Outlet Pipe - 4.6L (4V)
Removal and Installation
Cobra
1. Disconnect the intake air temperature (IAT) sensor.
All vehicles
2. Disconnect the vacuum hose.
3. Disconnect the breather hose.
NOTE: Cobra shown, Mach I similar.
4. Loosen the clamps and remove the air cleaner outle ...
Technical specifications
Wheel Lug Nut Torque Specifications
WARNING: When a wheel is installed, always remove any
corrosion, dirt or foreign materials present on the mounting
surfaces of the wheel or the surface of the wheel hub, brake drum or
brake disc that contacts the wheel. Make ...