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 There should be a medium amount of resistance as it is withdrawn.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.

Index Card

    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:

    Stub Shaft Pilot Bearing and Seal
    Special Tool(s) Remover, Bearing Cup 308-047 (T77F-1102-A) Protector, Differential Seal (Pair) 205-461 Installer, Differential Oil Seal 205-293 (T89P-4850-A) Adapter for 303-224 (Handle) 205-153 (T80T-4000-W) ...

    Generator and Regulator
    General Specifications Torque Specifications Generator The charging system consists of the: generator (GEN) internal voltage regulator The generator has an internal voltage regulator that is not installed separately. The generator and v ...

    Reservoir
    Removal 1. Remove the LF wheel and tire. Refer to Section. 2. Position the front portion of the LF inner splash shield aside. 3. WARNING: Windshield washer solution contains methanol, which is poisonous. Observe all cautions and warnings indicate ...