Ford Mustang (1999-2004) Service Manual: Installation

1. CAUTION: Make sure the hardened washer is installed between the lower suspension arm and bushing and the shock absorber. Failure to do so can result in damage and failure of the lower suspension arm and bushing.

NOTE: The toe link bolt and nuts are of a torque prevailing design. A new bolt and new nuts must be installed.

NOTE: Use a new cotter pin.

To install, reverse the removal procedure.

Toe Link - Cobra

 

Toe Link - Cobra

2. Check wheel alignment. Adjust as necessary.

Toe Link - Cobra

    Removal
    CAUTION: Suspension fasteners are critical parts because they affect performance of vital components and systems and their failure can result in major service expense. A new part with the same part ...

    Spring - Coil
    Special Tool(s) Hi-Lift Jack 014-00942 or Equivalent ...

    Other materials:

    Disc Check
    Special Tool(s) Brake/Automobile Brake Drum System with Vacuum 164-R3622 or equivalent Dial Indicator/Magnetic Base 100-D002 (D78P-4201-B) or equivalent WARNING: Dust and dirt present on wheel brake and clutch assemblies may ...

    Engine Cooling (Diagnosis and Testing)
    Special Tool(s) Pressure Tester 014-R1072 or equivalent 73III Automotive Meter 105-R0057 or equivalent Worldwide Diagnostic System (WDS) 418-F224, New Generation STAR (NGS) Tester 418-F052, or equivalent scan ...

    Wiper Blade and Pivot Arm Adjustment
    1. Cycle and park the windshield wipers. 2. Verify that the distance between the center of the RH windshield wiper blade and the top edge of the cowl top vent panel is within specification. 3. Verify that the distance between the center of the LH win ...