Ford Mustang (1999-2004) Service Manual: 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 signs of mechanical or electrical damage.
Visual Inspection Chart
Mechanical | Electrical |
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3. If an obvious cause for a concern is found, correct the cause before proceeding to the next step.
4. If the fault is not visually evident, proceed to the pinpoint test.
Pinpoint Tests
PINPOINT TEST A: BATTERY CONDITION TEST
Test Step | Result / Action to Take |
A1 TEST BATTERY CONDITION | Yes Does the meter read, GOOD BATTERY? RETURN the battery to service. REFER to Section. Does the meter read, GOODRECHARGE? CHARGE the battery and RETURN to service. REFER to Section. Does the meter read, CHARGE & RETEST? Fully CHARGE the battery and RETEST No Does the meter read, REPLACE BATTERY? INSTALL a new battery. Does the meter read, BAD CELLREPLACE? INSTALL a new battery. |
NOTE: No battery with a red test-eye should be replaced. The red eye only means the battery is discharged, not necessarily defective. NOTE: Failure to fully charge the battery before retesting may cause false readings.
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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 yel ...Battery Disconnect
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, always shield you ...Other materials:
Special Testing Procedures
The special tests are designed to aid the technician in diagnosing the
hydraulic and mechanical portion
of the transmission.
Engine Idle Speed Check
Refer to the Powertrain Control/Emissions Diagnosis (PC/ED) manual for
diagnosis and testing of the
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Oil Level Indicator and Tube
Removal
1. Remove the oil level indicator.
2. Remove the LH exhaust manifold. For additional information, refer to Exhaust
Manifold LH in
this section.
3. Remove the bolt.
4. Remove the oil level indicator tube.
Installation
1. To install, reverse the r ...
Rear Wheel Bearing and Axle Shaft Oil Seal
Special Tool(s)
Adapter for 303-224
205-153 (T80T-4000-W)
Installer, Axle Shaft Bearing
205-124 (T78P-1225-A)
Installer, Rear Axle Oil Seal
205-390 (T97T-1177-B)
Remover, Axle Bearing
205-219 (T85L-1225-AH)
S ...