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.
All vehicles
1. Mark the rear shock absorber (18125) relative to the protective sleeve with the vehicle in a static, level ground position (curb height).
2. Raise the vehicle.
3. Disconnect the anti-lock sensor wire.
4. Remove the bolt and the parking brake cable bracket. Discard the bolt.
Vehicles equipped with a 4.6L 2V engine
5. Remove the stabilizer bar (5A772). For additional information, refer to Stabilizer Bar in this section.
All vehicles
6. Support the differential housing with a jack stand.
7. Position the special tool 014-00942 under the rear lower suspension arm and bushing-to-axle pivot bolt.
8. Remove and discard the pivot bolt and nut.
9. Remove the spring (5560).
1. Slowly lower the arm with the special tool 014-00942.
2. Remove the rear spring and the rear spring insulators (5536).
Spring - Coil
Special Tool(s)
Hi-Lift Jack
014-00942 or Equivalent
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Installation
All vehicles
1. NOTE: Inspect the insulators for wear or damage. Install new
insulators if necessary.
Install the upper insulator on the spring.
2. Install the lower insulator on the lower arm.
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Other materials:
Belt Minder Deactivating/Activating
Preparation
1. Before deactivating/activating the belt minder, set the parking
brake.
2. Place the gearshift in P (Park) (automatic transmission) or the
neutral position (manual
transmission).
3. Place the ignition switch in the OFF position.
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Handle - Exterior Door
Removal
1. Remove the door trim panel (23942). For additional information,
refer to Section.
2. Release the exterior door handle actuating rod by opening the clip.
3. Remove the exterior door handle nuts.
4. Remove the exterior door handle.
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Booster seats
WARNING: Never place, or allow a child to place, the shoulder
belt under a child’s arm or behind the back because it reduces
the protection for the upper part of the body and may increase the risk
of injury or death in a crash.
Use a belt-positioning booster ...
