Ford Mustang (1999-2004) Service Manual: System Flushing - CIII Power Steering Pump
WARNING: Do not mix oil types. Any mixture or any unapproved oil can lead to seal deterioration and leaks. A leak can ultimately cause loss of fluid, which can result in a loss of power steering assist.
1. Remove the fuel pump fuse from the battery junction box.
2. Disconnect the power steering return hose. Plug the reservoir.
3. Attach an extension hose between the power steering return hose and an empty container.
4. Raise the front wheels off the floor.
5. Check the fluid level. If necessary, fill the reservoir to the correct level.
- Use Motorcraft MERCON Multi-Purpose ATF XT-2-QDX or MERCON equivalent.
6. CAUTION: Do not crank the engine for more than 15 seconds at a time. Allow the starter to cool for 1 minute before cranking again. Premature starter failure can occur.
CAUTION: Do not hold the steering wheel against the stops for more than three to five seconds at a time. Damage to the power steering pump could occur.
Turn the steering wheel from stop-to-stop while cranking the engine until the fluid exiting the power steering return hose is clear of all contamination and foreign material.
- Add Motorcraft MERCON Multi-Purpose ATF XT-2-QDX or MERCON equivalent as needed.
7. Lower the vehicle.
8. Disconnect the extension hose from the power steering return hose. Remove the plug. Attach the power steering return hose to the reservoir.
9. CAUTION: Do not overfill the reservoir.
Check the fluid level. If necessary, fill the reservoir to the correct level.
- Use Motorcraft MERCON Multi-Purpose ATF XT-2-QDX or MERCON equivalent.
10. Install the fuel pump fuse.
11. CAUTION: Do not hold the steering wheel against the stops for more than three to five seconds at a time. Damage to the power steering pump will occur.
Start the engine and turn the steering wheel from stop-to-stop.
12. CAUTION: Do not overfill the reservoir.
NOTE: If the power steering system is noisy and is accompanied by evidence of aerated fluid it will be necessary to purge the power steering system.
Check the fluid level. If necessary, fill the reservoir to the correct level.
- Use Motorcraft MERCON Multi-Purpose ATF XT-2-QDX or MERCON equivalent.
System Flushing - CII Power Steering Pump
WARNING: Do not mix oil types. Any mixture or any unapproved oil can lead to seal deterioration and leaks. A leak can ultimately cause loss of fluid, which can result in a loss of power steering ass ...Purging - CII Power Steering Pump
Special Tool(s) Vacuum Pump 416-D002 (D95L-7559-A) or Equivalent CAUTION: If the air is not purged from the power steering system correctly, premature power steering pump failure ca ...Other materials:
Transmission Electronic Control System
The powertrain control module (PCM) and its input/output network
control the following transmission
operations:
Shift timing
Line pressure (shift feel)
Torque converter clutch
The transmission control is separate from the engine control s ...
Transmission Support Crossmember
Removal and Installation
1. Raise and support the vehicle. For additional information, refer to
Section.
2. Support the transmission with a suitable transmission jack.
3. Remove the crossmember.
1. Disconnect the HO2S sensors and position them aside.
2. ...
Driving through water
WARNING: Drive through water in an emergency only, and not
as part of normal driving.
WARNING: Engine damage can occur if water enters the air
filter.
Note: Driving through deep water may allow water into the transmission
or air intake and can cause internal v ...