Ford Mustang (1999-2004) Service Manual: Spring Lock Coupling
Special Tool(s)
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Remover, Refrigerant Coupling Set 412-039 (T84L-19623-B) |
Air Conditioning (A/C) System Check - Retail Procedure
NOTE: This Retail Procedure is not eligible for claiming on Ford
paid repairs (warranty and ESP).
NOTE: The engine should be run at idle for 10 minutes with the air
conditioning on and set to MA ...
Disconnect
1. Remove the A/C tube lock coupling clip (19E746), if equipped.
2. Fit the special tool to the spring lock coupling.
3. Push the tool into the cage opening to release the female fitting from the ...
Other materials:
Exhaust Manifold to Exhaust Gas Recirculation (EGR)
Valve Tube
Removal and Installation
NOTE: 3.8L shown, 4.6L (2V) similar.
1. With the vehicle in NEUTRAL, position it on a hoist.
2. Disconnect the exhaust gas recirculation (EGR) valve tube from the
exhaust manifold.
3. Remove the differential feedback exhaust ga ...
Spring Lock Coupling
The spring lock coupling is a refrigerant line coupling held together by a
garter spring inside a circular
cage.
When the coupling is connected together, the flared end of the female
fitting slips behind the
garter spring inside the cage of th ...
Safety Precautions
WARNING: Never run the engine with one wheel off the ground, for
example, when
changing a tire. The wheel(s) resting on the ground could cause the vehicle to
move.
WARNING: The tire and wheel must always be correctly matched. It is very
important to
determ ...

