Ford Mustang (1999-2004) Service Manual: Tracing Powder
Tracing powder is used to check both the uniformity of contact and the tension of a seal against its sealing surface. These tests are usually done when a suspected air leak/noise appears to originate from the seal area or during the alignment and adjustment of a component to a weatherstrip. Tracing powder can be ordered from Crest Industries as ATR Leak Trace. Carry out the tracing powder test as follows:
a. Clean the weatherstrip.
b. Spray the tracing powder on the mating surface only.
c. Close the door completely. Do not slam the door.
d. Open the door. An imprint is made where the weatherstrip contacted the mating surface seal.
Gaps or a faint imprint will show where there is poor contact with the weatherstrip.
Vibrate Software
Vibrate Software (Rotunda tool number 215-00003) is a diagnostic aid which
will assist in pinpointing
the source of unacceptable vibrations. The engine's crankshaft is the point of
reference for vib ...
Index Card
Place an index card or a piece of paper between the weatherstrip and the
sealing surface, then close
the door. Slowly withdraw the index card or paper after the door is closed and
check the amount o ...
Other materials:
Engine Mount LH
Special Tool(s)
Lifting Bracket, Engine
303-D088 (D93P-6001-A2)
Support Bar, Engine
303-290-A
Removal
1. Install the special tool.
2. Install the special tools.
3. Raise and support the vehicle. For additional information, ref ...
SYNC®
SYNC is an in-vehicle communications system that works with your
Bluetooth-enabled cellular phone and portable media player. This allows
you to:
• Make and receive calls.
• Access and play music from your portable music player.
• Use 911 Assist, Vehicle ...
Spark Plug
Removal
1. Remove the ignition coil on plug. For additional information, refer to
Ignition Coil-Coil On Plug
in this section.
2. NOTE: Use compressed air to remove any foreign material from the
spark plug well before
removing the spark plugs (12405).
...
