Ford Mustang (1999-2004) Service Manual: Index Card
Place an index card or a piece of paper between the weatherstrip and the sealing surface, then close the door. Slowly withdraw the index card or paper after the door is closed and check the amount of pressure on the weatherstrip. There should be a medium amount of resistance as it is withdrawn.
Continue around the entire seal area. If there is little or no resistance, this indicates insufficient contact to form a good seal. At these points, the door, the glass, or the weatherstrip is out of alignment.
Tracing Powder
Tracing powder is used to check both the uniformity of contact and the
tension of a seal against its
sealing surface. These tests are usually done when a suspected air leak/noise
appears to originat ...
Noise, Vibration and Harshness (NVH) (Diagnosis and Testing)
Special Tool(s)
ChassisEAR
107-R2102 or equivalent
Electronic Vibration Analyzer
100-F027 (014-00344) or
equivalent
EngineEAR
107-R2100 or equivalent
...
Other materials:
Crankshaft Front Oil Seal
Special Tool(s)
Crankshaft Seal
Installer/Aligner
303-335 (T88T-6701-A)
Front Cover Seal Remover
303-107 (T74P-6700-A)
Crankshaft Seal Installer
303-635
Crankshaft Damper Replacer
303-102 (T74P-6316-B)
...
Waxing
Regular waxing is necessary to protect the paint on your car from the
elements. We recommend that you wash and wax the painted surface
once or twice a year.
When washing and waxing, park your vehicle in a shaded area out of
direct sunlight. Always wash your v ...
Removal
1. Remove brake master cylinder filler cap (2162). Check brake fluid
level in brake master cylinder
reservoir (2K478). Remove fluid until brake master cylinder reservoir is
half full.
2. Raise and support the vehicle.
3. Remove the wheel and ...
