Ford Mustang (1999-2004) Service Manual: Steering System (Diagnosis and Testing)

Special Tool(s)

Dial Thermometer 0-220F 023-R0007 or Equivalent
Hand Held Automotive Meter 105-R0053 or Equivalent
Power Steering Analyzer 211-F001 (014-00207) or Equivalent
Spring Scale 211-034 (T74P-3504-Y)
Tach Adapter 418-F102 (007-00061) or Equivalent
Tie-Rod End Remover Tool 211-001 (TOOL-3290-D) or Equivalent
Steering System (Description and Operation)
The steering system has a typical rack-and-pinion design consisting of the following: Steering System Components - 3.8L Engine (CII Power Steering Pump)   Steering System Components - 4.6L ...

Inspection and Verification
CAUTION: Do not hold the steering wheel (3600) at the stops for an extended amount of time. Damage to the power steering pump (3A674) will result. NOTE: Make the following preliminary checks before ...

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Inspection and Assembly Requirements - Following an A/C Compressor Failure
CAUTION: To prevent refrigerant system contamination and possible failure of the new A/C compressor, carry out the following procedures. 1. NOTE: A dirty A/C evaporator core orifice or a condenser to evaporator tube containing black refrigerant oil and parti ...

Pinpoint Test O: DTC B1870 - Air Bag Indicator Shorted to Battery
Normal Operation The air bag indicator is designed to illuminate for 6 (+/-2) seconds when the ignition switch is turned to the RUN position. This initial 6 seconds of illumination is considered normal operation and is called proveout of the air ba ...

Lamp Assembly - Map/Dome
Removal 1. Disconnect the battery ground cable. 2. Remove the lamp lens from the lamp assembly. 3. Remove the lamp assembly. 1. Remove the screws. 2. Remove the lamp assembly. Disconnect the electrical connectors. Installation 1. NOTE ...