Ford Mustang (1999-2004) Service Manual: Installation

All vehicles

1. Using the special tools, install the crankshaft rear oil seal.

  • Lubricate the oil seal using clean engine oil.

Crankshaft Rear Oil Seal

2. Using the special tool, install the crankshaft oil slinger.

Crankshaft Rear Oil Seal

Manual transmission vehicles

3. Install the flywheel. For additional information, refer to Flywheel in this section.

Automatic transmission vehicles

4. Install the flexplate. For additional information, refer to Flexplate in this section.

    Removal
    Automatic transmission vehicles 1. Remove the flexplate. For additional information, refer to Flexplate in this section. Manual transmission vehicles 2. Remove the flywheel. For additional informatio ...

    Engine Mount
    Special Tool(s) Support Bracket, Engine 303-639 3-Bar Engine Support Kit 303-F072 Alignment Tool, Subframe 502-004 ...

    Other materials:

    Trunk release
    The remote trunk release button is located on the center console. Press the button to unlatch the trunk. Interior Trunk Control Lockout (Convertible Vehicles Only) This feature disables the interior trunk control. It helps prevent unauthorized access to the t ...

    In California (U.S. Only)
    California Civil Code Section 1793.2(d) requires that, if a manufacturer or its representative is unable to repair a motor vehicle to conform to the vehicle’s applicable express warranty after a reasonable number of attempts, the manufacturer shall be requir ...

    General operating tips
    Manual Climate Control • To reduce fog build-up on the windshield during humid weather, select Defrost. You can also improve clearing by increasing the temperature and fan speed. • To reduce humidity build-up inside the vehicle, do not drive with the syste ...