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.

Handle - Exterior Door

3. Remove the exterior door handle nuts.

Handle - Exterior Door

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. ...

    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 ...