Ford Mustang (1999-2004) Service Manual: Acceleration Control (Description and Operation)
Component Locations


The throttle is controlled by the accelerator cable which is connected to the accelerator pedal and shaft.
- The accelerator pedal and shaft should travel smoothly from the idle to the wide-open throttle (WOT) positions. Hesitation on return or prevention of return to the idle position must not occur.
- Surrounding components such as wiring, hoses, sound insulator and floor covering must not contact the sliding inner member of the accelerator cable or the accelerator pedal and shaft.
- The sliding inner member of the accelerator cable should not be lubricated and is not serviceable.
Acceleration Control (Diagnosis and Testing)
Inspection and Verification
1. Verify the customer's concern by operating the acceleration control system
to duplicate the
condition.
2. Inspect to determine if any of the following mechanical conce ...
Other materials:
Idle Air Control (IAC) Valve - Cobra
Removal and Installation
1. Disconnect the idle air control (IAC) valve electrical connector.
2. Remove the bolts, the IAC valve and the gasket.
3. NOTE: Install a new gasket if necessary.
To install, reverse the removal procedure. ...
Fittings - R-Clip
Material
Item
Specification
SAE 5W-20 Super Premium
Synthetic Blend Motor Oil
XO-5W20-QSP or equivalent
WSS-M2C153-
H
Disconnect
WARNING: Do not smoke or carry lighted tobacco or open flame of any
type when
working on or near any fuel- ...
Lamp Assembly - Rear
Removal
1. Position the luggage compartment trim aside.
Remove the two retainers.
2. Remove the four rear lamp nuts.
3. Remove the rear lamp assembly, disconnect the electrical connectors and
replace the bulbs if
necessary.
Installation
1. To ins ...

