Ford Mustang (1999-2004) Service Manual: Parking Brake Cable Tension Release
1. CAUTION: If any component in the parking brake system requires repair or if the rear axle housing (4010) is removed, the cable tension must be released.
Place the parking brake control (2780) in the released position.
2. Remove the console.
3. With an assistant inside the vehicle, raise and support the vehicle.
4. Pull the parking brake cable and equalizer rearward.
5. CAUTION: Do not remove the steel pin until the parking brake cable and equalizer/rear cable and conduits are connected to the parking brake control. Pin removal releases the tension in the ratchet wheel causing the spring to unwind and release tension.
Insert a steel pin through holes in the lever to the ratchet wheel.
Parking Brake (Diagnosis and Testing)
Inspection and Verification
1. Verify the customer's concern by operating the parking brake system to
duplicate the condition.
2. Inspect to determine if one of the following mechanical or electrica ...
Parking Brake Control
Removal
1. CAUTION: If any component in the parking brake system requires
repair or if the
rear axle housing (4010) is removed, the cable tension must be released.
Place the parking brake control (2 ...
Other materials:
Exhaust Gas Recirculation (EGR) Vacuum Regulator
Solenoid
Mach I vehicles
1. Remove the air intake scoop. For additional information, refer to
Section .
All vehicles
2. Remove the exhaust gas recirculation (EGR) vacuum regulator solenoid.
Disconnect the electrical connector.
Remove the bolts.
3. To ins ...
Evaporative Emission Canister Purge Valve
Removal and Installation
1. WARNING: The evaporative emission system contains fuel vapor
and condensed
fuel vapor. Although not in large quantities, it still presents the
danger of explosion or
fire. Disconnect the battery ground cable from the bat ...
Powertrain/Drivetrain Mount Neutralizing
WARNING: The electrical power to the air suspension system must be shut
off prior to
hoisting, jacking or towing an air suspension vehicle. This can be accomplished
by turning off
the air suspension switch. Failure to do so can result in unexpected inflation ...
