Ford Mustang (1999-2004) Service Manual: Removal

1. Disconnect the battery ground cable.

2. Remove the air cleaner outlet pipe.

3. Remove the radiator sight shield.

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4. Remove the coolant recovery reservoir.

1. Disconnect the hose.

2. Remove the bolts.

3. Remove the coolant recovery reservoir.

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5. Install the special tool.

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6. Install the special tool.

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7. Install the special tool.

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8. Raise and support the vehicle.

9. Remove the LH engine mount nut.

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10. Remove the RH engine mount nut.

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11. Lower the vehicle.

12. Raise the engine.

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13. Raise and support the vehicle.

14. Remove the oil pan drain plug and drain the engine oil.

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15. Remove the starter motor.

16. Position the wiring harness bracket aside.

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17. Remove the transmission lower bolts.

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18. Remove the oil pan bolts.

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19. Position a safety stand under the subframe crossmember.

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20. Remove the four subframe lower bolts.

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21. Remove the two subframe upper bolts.

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22. NOTE: Do not completely remove these bolts.

Loosen the two bolts.

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23. Lower the front subframe.

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24. Remove the oil pan.

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    Oil Pan
    Special Tool(s) 3 Bar Engine Support Kit 303-F072 Lifting Bracket Set, Engine 303-D095 (D94L-6001-A) or equivalent Material ...

    Installation
    1. NOTE: If the oil pan is not secured within four minutes, the sealant must be removed and the sealing area cleaned with metal surface cleaner. Allow to dry until there is no sign of wetness, o ...

    Other materials:

    Traction Control
    PRINCIPLES OF OPERATION The traction control system helps avoid drive wheel spin and loss of traction. If your vehicle begins to slide, the system applies the brakes to individual wheels and, when needed, reduces engine power at the same time. If the wheels s ...

    Camshaft
    Removal and Installation 1. Remove the timing chains. For additional information, refer to Timing Drive Components in this section. 2. Remove the roller followers. For additional information, refer to Camshaft Roller Follower in this section. 3. Remove the ...

    Exhaust System (Diagnosis and Testing)
    Symptom Chart Condition Possible Sources Action Noisy or leaking exhaust Broken or loose clamps, hangers or isolators. Punctures in the muffler (5230). Broken, loose or missing exhaust manifold fa ...