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:
Inspection and Verification
1. Verify customer concern by running the engine.
2. Inspect the drive belt for chunking, fraying and wear.
3. Check the drive belt for correct routing.
Drive Belt Cracking/Chunking/Wear
V Ribbed Serpentine Drive Belt With Cracks Across Ribs
The accessory ...
Symptom Chart
Condition
Possible Sources
Action
The Brakes Pull or
Drift
Tire air pressure.
Wheel alignment.
Brake pads.
Brake components.
Suspension
component.
Go To Pinpoint Test A .
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Symptom Chart
Condition
Possible Sources
Action
Hard Steering or
Lack of Assist
Seized lower steering
column shaft U-joints.
Damaged, fractured
steering column
bearing(s).
Power steering pump.
Suspension
components.
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