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 There should be a medium amount of resistance as it is withdrawn.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:
Brake Caliper Anchor Plate
Removal
1. Remove the pads. For additional information, refer to Pads in this
section.
2. Remove the anchor plate (2B292).
1. Remove and discard the anchor plate bolts.
2. Remove the anchor plate.
Installation
1. CAUTION: Use correct t ...
Air Intake Scoop Bracket
Removal and Installation
1. Remove the air intake scoop. For additional information, refer to Air
Intake Scoop in this section.
2. Remove the air intake scoop bracket nut at the throttle body.
3. Remove the exhaust gas recirculation (EGR) vacuum regulat ...
Installation
1. NOTE: If the valve cover is not secured within four minutes, the sealant
must be removed and
the sealing area cleaned with metal surface cleaner. Allow to dry until there is
no sign of
wetness, or four minutes, whichever is longer. Failure to follow this ...
