Ford Mustang (1999-2004) Service Manual: Battery and Cables
Vehicles are equipped with a 12 volt maintenance-free battery that contains a built-in hydrometer. The hydrometer eye indication is as follows:
- A green dot means the battery is OK.
- A yellow dot, red dot, or when the green dot is not visible, means the battery needs to be charged.
WARNING: Batteries normally produce explosive gases which can cause personal injury.
Therefore, do not allow flames, sparks or lighted substances to come near the battery. When charging or working near a battery, always shield your face and protect your eyes. Always provide ventilation.
WARNING: When lifting a battery, excessive pressure on the end walls could cause acid to leak out through the vent caps, resulting in personal injury, damage to the vehicle or the battery.
WARNING: Keep out of the reach of children. Batteries contain sulfuric acid. Avoid contact with skin, eyes, or clothing. Also, shield your eyes when working near the battery to protect against possible splashing of the acid solution. In case of acid contact with skin or eyes, flush immediately with water for a minimum of 15 minutes and get prompt medical attention. If acid is swallowed, call a physician immediately.
Ford Motor Company strongly recommends that lead-acid batteries be returned to an authorized recycling facility for disposal.
Battery, Mounting and Cables
General Specifications
Torque Specifications
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Battery (Diagnosis and Testing)
Special Tool(s)
Micro 490 Digital Battery
Analyzer
162-00004
Inspection and Verification
1. Verify the customer concern by operating the system.
2. Visually inspect for obvious ...
Other materials:
Spark Plugs
Removal and Installation
1. Remove the ignition coil-on-plug. For additional information, refer to
Ignition 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 plu ...
Visual Inspection Chart
Mechanical
Electrical
Low brake fluid
Anti-lock brake sensor
Anti-lock brake sensor indicator
Base brake system
Wheel bearings
Central junction box (CJB) Fuse:
5 (15A)
15 (10A)
29 (15 ...
Weld Nut Repair - Stripped Weld Nut, Restraints
Control
Module (RCM)
WARNING: To avoid accidental deployment and possible personal
injury, the backup
power supply must be depleted before repairing or replacing any front or
side air bag
supplemental restraint system (SRS) components and before servicing,
replacing, ...
