Ford Mustang (1999-2004) Service Manual: Retractor - Front Seat Safety Belt, Convertible
Special Tool(s)
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Torx Bit, Safety Belt Bolt 501-010 (T77L-2100-A) |
Removal
1. Remove the quarter trim panel (31012). For additional information, refer to Section.
2. Remove the nut and bolts and safety belt retractor.

Installation
NOTE: Make sure the safety belt is not twisted.
1. The shipping clip must remain attached prior to the installation of the retractor into the vehicle.
The clip must be removed after the retractor is installed.

2. Position the safety belt retractor. Install the nut and bolts.

3. The shoulder belt must pass through the belt holder on the top of the seatback

4. Install the quarter trim panel. For additional information, refer to Section.
5. Check the active restraint system for correct operation.
Retractor - Front Seat Safety Belt, Coupe
Special Tool(s)
Torx Bit, Safety Belt Bolt
501-010 (T77L-2100-A)
Removal
1. Remove the quarter trim panel (31012). For additional information, refer
to Section.
2. Using the special ...
Retractor - Rear Seat Safety Belt, Coupe
Special Tool(s)
Torx Bit, Safety Belt Bolt
501-010 (T77L-2100-A)
Removal
1. Remove the quarter trim panel (31012) and the angel wing trim. For
additional information, refer
to Section ...
Other materials:
Removal
1. Disconnect the battery ground cable. For additional information, refer
to Section.
2. Drain the engine cooling system. For additional information, refer to
Section .
3. Remove the crankshaft pulley. For additional information, refer to
Crankshaft ...
Wheel Hub and Bearing
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 or an equivalent part must be installed, if i ...
Component Tests
Battery-Load Test
1. With the engine running, turn the A/C on, the blower motor on high
speed and the headlamps
on high beam.
2. Increase the engine speed to approximately 2,000 rpm. The voltage
should increase a minimum
of 0.5 volt above the ba ...

