Ford Mustang (1999-2004) Service Manual: Pressure Relief
Special Tool(s)
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Fuel Pressure Gauge 310-012 (T80L-9974-B) |
WARNING: Do not smoke or carry lighted tobacco or open flame of any type when working on or near any fuel-related components. Highly flammable mixtures are always present and may be ignited, resulting in possible personal injury.
WARNING: Fuel in the fuel system remains under high pressure even when the engine is not running. Before servicing or disconnecting any of the fuel lines or fuel system components, the fuel system pressure must be relieved to prevent accidental spraying of fuel, causing personal injury or a fire hazard.
1. Remove the Schrader valve cap and install the Fuel Pressure Gauge.

2. CAUTION: Open the manual valve slowly on the Fuel Pressure Gauge.
Relieve the fuel pressure.
- Place the fuel in a suitable container.

Fuel System (Description and Operation)
Component Location
WARNING: Do not smoke or carry lighted tobacco or open flame of any
type when
working on or near any fuel-related components. Highly flammable mixtures are
always prese ...
Fuel Tank Draining
Special Tool(s)
Fuel Storage Tanker
164-R3202 or equivalent
Fuel Tank Drain Hose
310-F013
WARNING: Do not smoke or carry lighted tobacco or an open flame of any
type whe ...
Other materials:
Unique Calibration
The Emissions/CAFE/CO2 Compliance Department is responsible for assigning
these calibration
numbers. Unique calibration identifications are assigned to cover similar
vehicles to differentiate tires,
drive configurations, final drive ratios and other calibrat ...
Reservoir
Removal
WARNING: Brake fluid contains polyglycol ethers and polyglycols.
Avoid contact with
eyes. Wash hands thoroughly after handling. If brake fluid contacts eyes,
flush eyes with
running water for 15 minutes. Get medical attention if irritation persi ...
Piston - Pin Diameter
1. Measure the piston pin diameter in two directions at the points shown.
Verify the diameter is
within specification.
Refer to the appropriate section in Group for the procedure.
If out of specification, install new components as necessary. Refer
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