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:
Fuel Tank Filler Pipe
Removal
1. Remove the fuel tank. For additional information, refer to Fuel Tank in
this section.
2. Remove the bolts from the filler pipe housing.
3. Remove the bolts from the filler pipe rubber boot-to-floor pan.
4. Remove the hose attached to the upper p ...
Transmission fluid check
Checking Automatic Transmission Fluid
Note: Transmission fluid should be checked and, if required, added by
an authorized dealer.
The automatic transmission does not have a transmission fluid dipstick.
See your Scheduled Maintenance Information for scheduled ...
Oil Pan
Special Tool(s)
Compressor, Coil Spring
204-D001 (D78P-5310-A)
Lifting Bracket, Engine
303-D088 (D93P-6001-A2)
3-Bar Engine Support Kit
303-F072
Material
Item
Specification
Metal Surface Cleaner
F4 ...

