Ford Mustang (1999-2004) Service Manual: Transmission Draining and Filling
Material
| Item | Specification |
| DEXRON III (ATF) Transmission Fluid XT-2-QDX | DEXRON III |
1. Remove the drain plug and drain the transmission.
- Position a suitable drain pan under the transmission.

2. Clean and install the drain plug.
3. NOTE: Before removing, clean the area around the filler plug.
Remove the filler plug.

4. Using a suitable oil suction gun, fill the transmission to the correct level with the specified fluid.
- Transmission capacity is 3.9 liters (4.1 quarts).

5. Install the filler plug.
Manual Transmission
The T56 six-speed manual transmission features the following:
six forward speeds and one reverse speed.
forward gears are synchronized and helical cut.
a reverse gear operates through a constant-m ...
Transmission (Removal)
1. Remove the gearshift lever knob.
2. Remove the console panel gearshift plate. Disconnect the cigar lighter
electrical connector, then
lift the gearshift lever boot over the gearshift lever.
3. ...
Other materials:
Removal
CAUTION: Suspension fasteners are critical parts because they affect
performance of vital
components and systems and their failure can result in major service expense. A
new part with
the same part number must be installed if installation becomes necessary. ...
Removal
1. Raise and support the vehicle.
2. Remove the rear wheel and tire assemblies.
3. CAUTION: Remove the rear brake calipers to prevent drag during the
drive pinion
bearing preload adjustment.
CAUTION: Do not allow the calipers to hang from the brake hoses ...
Pedal and Bracket
Removal
1. Disconnect the battery ground cable (14301).
2. Remove the stoplight switch retaining pin.
3. Slide the stoplight switch (13480) and booster push rod from the brake
pedal pin.
4. Remove the brake pedal bracket retaining bolt.
5. Remove the ...
