Ford Mustang (1999-2004) Service Manual: Handle - Exterior Door
Removal
1. Remove the door trim panel (23942). For additional information, refer to Section.
2. Release the exterior door handle actuating rod by opening the clip.

3. Remove the exterior door handle nuts.

4. Remove the exterior door handle.
Installation
1. To install, reverse the removal procedure.
Latch - Luggage Compartment Lid
Removal
1. NOTE: The luggage compartment lid latch is equipped with
mechanical interior release handle.
Disconnect the luggage compartment lid lock actuator (432A38) cable.
2. Remove the lug ...
Handle - Interior Door
Removal
1. Remove the door trim panel (23942). For additional information,
refer to Section.
2. Remove the rivet.
3. Remove the cable clip.
4. Release the cable housing from the interior h ...
Other materials:
Assembly
1. NOTE: Universal joint kits are to be installed as complete
assemblies only. Do not mix
components from other U-joint kits.
Install the spider.
1. Start a new bearing cup into the driveshaft yoke.
Check the needle bearings for correct positioning.
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Removal
Both mounts
1. Disconnect the battery ground cable. For additional information, refer to
Section.
2. Remove the coolant bypass tube. For additional information, refer to Section.
3. Rotate the drive belt tensioner clockwise and detach the drive belt from th ...
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 ...
