Ford Mustang (1999-2004) Service Manual: Spring Lock Coupling

Special Tool(s)

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:

Disassembly
1. Remove the No. 1 selective pump support thrust washer. 2. Remove the front pump support. 1. Remove the bolts. 2. Remove the front pump support. 3. Remove the seal rings. 4. Remove the inner and outer pump gerotor gears. 5. Carefully pry spring ...

Piston - Ring-to-Groove Clearance
1. Inspect the piston for ring land damage or accelerated wear. 2. Measure the piston ring-to-groove clearance. Refer to the appropriate section in Group for the procedure. If out of specification, install new components as necessary. Refer to the a ...

Tire Wear Chart
Wheel and tire NVH concerns are directly related to vehicle speed and are not generally affected by acceleration, coasting or decelerating. Also, out-of-balance wheel and tires can vibrate at more than one speed. A vibration that is affected by the engine ...