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:
Clutch Pedal - Quadrant and Pawl Assembly
Removal
1. Disconnect the battery ground cable (14301).
2. Loosen the nut from inside the engine compartment.
3. Loosen the nuts from inside the vehicle.
4. Loosen the screw.
5. Disconnect the brake pedal position (BPP) switch electrical connector.
...
Starting a gasoline engine
When you start the engine, the idle speed increases, this helps to warm
up the engine. If the engine idle speed does not slow down automatically,
have your vehicle checked by an authorized dealer.
Before starting the engine:
• Make sure all occupants have f ...
Exhaust Gas Recirculation (EGR) Valve - Mach I
Removal and Installation
1. Remove the air intake scoop. For additional information, refer to
Section.
2. Remove the exhaust gas recirculation (EGR) valve.
1. Disconnect the EGR tube upper fitting.
2. Disconnect the vacuum hose.
3. Remove the tw ...

