Ford Mustang (1999-2004) Service Manual: Torque Converter (Disassembly and Assembly of Subassemblies)
1. A new or remanufactured torque converter must be installed if one or more of the following statements is true:
- A torque converter malfunction has been determined based on complete diagnostic procedures.
- Converter stud or studs, impeller hub or bushing are damaged.
- Discoloration (due to overheating).
- The torque converter is found to be out of specification when carrying out one of the following torque converter checks:
- One-Way Clutch Check
- End Play Check
- Stator to Turbine Interference Check
- Stator to Impeller Interference Check
- Torque Converter Leak Check
- Evidence of transmission assembly or fluid contamination due to the following transmission or converter failure modes:
- Major metallic failure.
- Multiple clutches or clutch plate failures.
- Sufficient component wear which results in metallic contamination.
Assembly
1. NOTE: Lubricate direct clutch piston inner seal and seal protector
with petroleum jelly.
Using the special tool, install the inner piston seal.
Install the seal with sealing lip facing down.
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Torque Converter Cleaning And Inspection
Material
Item
Specification
MERCON V Automatic
Transmission Fluid
XT-5-QM, XT-5-DM
MERCON V
1. If a new torque converter is being installed, continue with Substep 2 of
Step 2.
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Other materials:
Inflating your tires
Safe operation of your vehicle requires that your tires are properly
inflated. Remember that a tire can lose up to half of its air pressure
without appearing flat.
Every day before you drive, check your tires. If one looks lower than the
others, use a tire ga ...
Wheel Studs
Removal
1. Remove the wheel hub (1104). For additional information, refer to Wheel
Hub and Bearing in
this section.
2. Using a press, remove the wheel stud (1107) from the wheel hub.
Installation
1. Using a press, install a new wheel stud.
2. Install the w ...
Transmission (Removal)
1. Disconnect the battery ground cable. For additional information, refer
to Section.
2. Lift up on the clutch pedal and secure it in place.
3. Remove the gearshift lever knob (7213).
4. Remove the console panel gearshift plate. Lift the gearshift leve ...
