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 ...
Other materials:
Contaminated Refrigerant Handling
1. CAUTION: If contaminated refrigerant is detected, DO NOT recover the
refrigerant
into your recovery/recycling equipment.
Recover the contaminated refrigerant using suitable recovery-only equipment
designed for
capturing and storing contaminated refrigeran ...
Vehicle storage
If you plan on storing your vehicle for an extended period of time
(30 days or more), read the following maintenance recommendations to
make sure your vehicle stays in good operating condition.
All motor vehicles and their components were engineered and teste ...
Lamp Assembly - Rear
Removal
1. Position the luggage compartment trim aside.
Remove the two retainers.
2. Remove the four rear lamp nuts.
3. Remove the rear lamp assembly, disconnect the electrical connectors and
replace the bulbs if
necessary.
Installation
1. To ins ...






