Ford Mustang (1999-2004) Service Manual: Starting System (Diagnosis and Testing)

Refer to Wiring Diagrams Cell 20 , Starting System for schematic and connector information.

Special Tool(s)

Digital Multimeter 105-R0051 or equivalent
Starting System (Description and Operation)
Starter Motor The starter motor is a 12-volt unit that has the starter solenoid mounted on the drive end housing and functions as follows: The current flows through the solenoid energizing coil unt ...

Inspection and Verification
WARNING: When servicing starter motor or carrying out other underhood work in the vicinity of the starter motor, be aware that the heavy gauge battery input lead at the starter solenoid is "electric ...

Other materials:

Engine (Removal)
Special Tool(s) Lifting Bracket, Engine 303-D087 (D93P-6001-A1) Lifting Bracket, Engine 303-D088 (D93P-6001-A2) Spreader Bar 303-D089 (D93P-6001-A3) Removal All vehicles 1. Disconnect the battery ground cable. Fo ...

Cooling Fan Motor and Shroud
Removal and Installation 1. Disconnect the battery ground cable. 2. Remove the degas bottle or coolant expansion tank. For additional information, refer to Degas Bottle-4.6L(2V) and 4.6L(4V) in this section. 3. Disconnect the cooling fan electrical connecto ...

Installation
1. Inspect the pinion flange seal journal for rust, nicks, and scratches prior to installing the flange. Polish the seal journal with fine crocus cloth, if necessary. 2. Lubricate the pinion flange splines. Use SAE 80W-90 Premium Rear Axle Lubricant XY-80 ...