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