Ford Mustang (1999-2004) Service Manual: Instrument Panel and Console
Torque Specifications

Instrument Panel
The instrument panel consists of the following components:
- instrument cluster
- instrument panel finish panels
- audio unit
- A/C controls
- glove compartment door
- passenger air bag module
- glove compartment
- instrument panel steering column cover
- instrument panel reinforcement
- instrument panel defroster grille
Console -Floor
The floor console consists of the following components:
- console glove compartment
- console glove compartment door
- beverage holder
- cigar lighter knob and element
- power point
- glove compartment hinge
- console finish panel
- coin holder
- convertible top control switch (if equipped)
Installation
All vehicles
CAUTION: After installing the urethane installed windshield,
the vehicle should not be
driven until the urethane adhesive has cured. The curing time at
temperatures above 13C (5 ...
Other materials:
Component Tests
Battery-Load Test
1. With the engine running, turn the A/C on, the blower motor on high
speed and the headlamps
on high beam.
2. Increase the engine speed to approximately 2,000 rpm. The voltage
should increase a minimum
of 0.5 volt above the ba ...
Manual transmission
Using the Clutch
Manual transmission vehicles have a starter interlock that prevents
starting the engine unless the clutch pedal is fully pressed.
To start the vehicle:
1. Make sure the parking brake is fully set.
2. Press the clutch pedal to the
floor, then ...
Disassembly
1. Remove the differential assembly from the differential housing. For
additional information, refer
to Differential Case in this section.
2. Remove the bolts.
3. CAUTION: Do not damage the threads in the bolt holes.
Insert a punch in the bolt holes and d ...

