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:
Idle Air Control (IAC) Valve - 4.6L (2V)
Removal
1. Disconnect the battery ground cable. For additional information,
refer to Section.
2. NOTE: Discard the idle air control (IAC) valve gasket.
Remove the IAC valve.
Disconnect the connector.
Disconnect the hose.
Remove the bolts, ...
Pinpoint Tests
NOTE: Reinstall or install new evaporative emission hose clamps
removed or damaged during testing
procedures.
PINPOINT TEST A: DTC P0442 SMALL LEAK IN EVAP SYSTEM
Test Step
Result / Action to Take
NOTE: Condition P0442 DTC set: less than 0.62 ...
Body Sealer Types And Applications
Liquid Butyl Sealer
HB Fuller E709-19554-B or equivalent meeting Ford Specification
ESB-M4G162-A:
Does not run.
Is fast drying.
Remains semi-elastic.
Can be used for seam sealing on the floorpan, wheelhouse, body
rocker panels, door ope ...

