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)
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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:
Installation
1. Install the upper intake manifold gasket.
2. Install the intake manifold and bolts in the sequence shown.
3. Install the PCV valve-to-intake manifold tube.
4. Connect the vacuum hoses and the electrical connector to the EGR vacuum
regulator soleno ...
Parking Brake (Diagnosis and Testing)
Inspection and Verification
1. Verify the customer's concern by operating the parking brake system to
duplicate the condition.
2. Inspect to determine if one of the following mechanical or electrical
concerns apply:
Visual Inspection Chart
Mechanica ...
Analysis of Vibration
WARNING: A vehicle equipped with a Traction-Lok differential will
always have both
wheels driving. If only one wheel is raised off the floor and the rear axle is
driven by the engine,
the wheel on the floor could drive the vehicle off the stand or jack. Be s ...

