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:
Antenna
Torque Specifications
Antenna
The antenna system consists of:
antenna mast
antenna base and cable
antenna lead-in cable
The radio antenna uses a two-piece coaxial cable to connect the audio
unit to the antenna. The front
antenna lead-i ...
Bearings - Inspection
NOTE: If any of the following conditions exist, install a new
bearing.
1. Inspect the bearing for a bent cage.
2. Inspect bearings for galling (metal smears on roller ends).
Galling is caused by overheating, poor lubrication or an overload
situatio ...
Convertible Top (Description and Operation)
Rear Window Glass Assembly
The convertible top assembly is equipped with a rear window glass
assembly. The rear window glass
assembly is permanently attached to the folding top rear window curtain
and cannot be opened. The
rear window gl ...

