Ford Mustang (1999-2004) Service Manual: Generator and Regulator

General Specifications

General Specifications

Torque Specifications

Torque Specifications

Generator

The charging system consists of the:

  • generator (GEN)
  • internal voltage regulator

The generator has an internal voltage regulator that is not installed separately. The generator and voltage regulator are installed as an assembly.

Battery Cables
Removal WARNING: Batteries normally produce explosive gases which can cause personal injury. Therefore, do not allow flames, sparks or lighted substances to come near the battery. When ch ...

Generator - 3.8L
Removal and Installation 1. Disconnect the battery (10655). For additional information, refer to Section. 2. Relieve the accessory drive belt (8620) tension and remove the belt from the gen ...

Other materials:

Valve Springs
Special Tool(s) Compressor, Valve Spring 303-163 (T81P-6513-A) Material Removal 1. Remove the LH and the RH valve covers. For additional information, refer to Valve Cover-LH and Valve Cover RH in this section. 2. Rotate the crankshaft un ...

Engine (Removal)
Special Tool(s) Lifting Bracket, Engine 303-D087 (D93P-6001-A1) Lifting Bracket, Engine 303-D088 (D93P-6001-A2) Spreader Bar 303-D089 (D93P-6001-A3) Removal All vehicles 1. Disconnect the battery ground cable. Fo ...

Component Tests
Grid Wire Test 1. Using a bright lamp inside the vehicle, inspect the wire grid from the exterior. A broken grid wire will appear as a brown spot. 2. Run the engine at idle. Set the rear window defrost switch to ON. The indicator light should co ...