Ford Mustang (1999-2004) Service Manual: 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 number must be installed if installation becomes necessary. If substitution is necessary, the part must be of the same finish and property class. Torque values must be used as specified during reassembly to make sure of correct retention of these parts.

1. Mark the rear shock absorber (18125) relative to the protective sleeve with the vehicle in a static, level ground position (curb height).

Upper Arm

2. Raise the vehicle on a hoist.

3. Support the differential housing with a jack stand.

4. Disconnect the upper arm and bushing (5500) from the axle.

1. Remove and discard the nut and bolt.

2. Disconnect the arm and bushing from the axle.

Upper Arm

5. Remove the upper arm and bushing from the mounting bracket.

1. Remove and discard the nut and bolt.

2. Remove the arm and bushing.

Upper Arm

    Upper Arm
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    Installation
    1. Install the upper arm and bushing to the mounting bracket. 1. Position the arm and bushing. 2. Install a new nut and bolt. Do not tighten at this time. 2. Connect the upper arm and bushing to ...

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    Safety Belts
    PRINCIPLES OF OPERATION WARNING: Always drive and ride with your seat back upright and the lap belt snug and low across the hips WARNING: To reduce the risk of injury, make sure children sit where they can be properly restrained. WARNING: Never let a passenger ...

    Starting System (Description and Operation)
    Starter Motor The starter motor is a 12-volt unit that has the starter solenoid mounted on the drive end housing and functions as follows: The current flows through the solenoid energizing coil until the solenoid plunger is at the end of its travel. The ...

    Geartrain
    Power is transmitted from the torque converter to the Ravigneaux geartrain components through the input shaft and forward clutch cylinder. The geartrain contains a Ravigneaux planetary set connected by dual pinion gears. By holding or driving ...