Ford Mustang (1999-2004) Service Manual: Supercharger Cooling (Diagnosis and Testing)

Special Tool(s)

Pressure Test Kit 014-R1072 or equivalent

Battery/Antifreeze Tester 014-R1060 or equivalent

Material

Item Specification
Motorcraft Premium Engine Coolant VC-4-A (in Oregon VC-5, in Canada CXC-10) ESE-M97B44-A
Motorcraft Premium Gold Engine Coolant VC-7-A WSS-M97B51-A1
Motorcraft Cooling System Stop Leak Pellets VC-6 or equivalent ESE-M99B37-5 except as noted in ES-F65E-19A511- AA
Supercharger Cooling (Description and Operation)
CAUTION: Some vehicle cooling systems are filled with Motorcraft Premium Engine Coolant VC-4-A (in Oregon VC-5, in Canada CXC-10) or equivalent meeting Ford specification ESE-M97B44-A (green color). ...

Inspection and Verification
WARNING: Never remove the pressure relief cap while the engine is operating or when the cooling system is hot. Failure to follow these instructions can result in damage to the cooling system or engi ...

Other materials:

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 Engine (CIII Power Steering Pump)   ...

Connecting Rod - Bushing Diameter
1. Measure the inner diameter of the connecting rod bushing, if equipped. Verify the diameter is within specification. Refer to the appropriate section in Group for the procedure. If out of specification, install new components as necessary. Refer ...

Pressure Plate Check
1. Check the clutch pressure plate surface for scoring, cracks or discoloration. Minor scratches or discoloration should be removed with a fine emery cloth. 2. Measure the flatness of the clutch pressure plate surface with a straightedge and a feeler g ...