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:

Component Tests
Brake Booster 1. Check the hydraulic brake system for leaks or insufficient fluid. 2. With the transmission (7003) in NEUTRAL, stop the engine (6007) and apply the parking brake control (2780). Apply the brake pedal several times to exhaust all va ...

Installation
Convertible 1. For installation of the back window glass, refer to Section. Coupe CAUTION: After installing the urethane installed back window glass, the vehicle should not be driven until the urethane adhesive has cured. The curing time at tempe ...

Bearings - Inspection
NOTE: If any of the following conditions exist, install a new bearing. 1. Inspect the bearing for a bent cage. 2. Inspect bearings for galling (metal smears on roller ends). Galling is caused by overheating, poor lubrication or an overload situatio ...