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:
Connecting Rod - Bearing Journal Clearance
Special Tool(s)
Plastigage
303-D031 (D81L-6002-B) or
equivalent
NOTE: The crankshaft connecting rod journals must be within
specifications to check the connecting
rod bearing journal clearance.
1. Remove the connecting rod bearing cap.
2. ...
Diagnosis By Symptom
Special Tool(s)
Transmission Fluid Pressure
Gauge
307-004 (T57L-77820-A)
Air Test Plate, Transmission
307-246 (T92P-7006-A)
Breakout Box, EEC-V Control
System
418-049 (T94L-50-EEC-V) or
equivalent
MLP- ...
Front Bumper Cover
Removal and Installation
NOTE: Mustang shown, GT and Cobra similar.
1. Remove the pin-type retainers and the radiator upper sight shield.
2. Remove the two pin-type retainers (one each side).
3. Remove the four front bumper cover nuts (two each side).
4. ...

