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:
Installation
All vehicles
1. NOTE: If the valve cover is not secured within four minutes, the sealant
must be removed and
the sealing area cleaned with metal surface cleaner. Allow to dry until there is
no sign of
wetness, or four minutes, whichever is longer. Failure to ...
Engine (Disassembly)
Special Tool(s)
Impact Slide Hammer
100-001 (T50T-100-A)
Remover, Crankshaft Vibration
Damper
303-009 (T58P-6316-D)
Holding Tool, Crankshaft
303-448 (T93P-6303-A)
Guides, Connecting Rod
303-442 (T93P- ...
Master Cylinder Priming - In-Vehicle or Bench
WARNING: Brake fluid contains polyglycol ethers and polyglycols. Avoid
contact with
eyes. Wash hands thoroughly after handling. If brake fluid contacts eyes, flush
eyes with
running water for 15 minutes. Get medical attention if irritation persists. If
take ...

