Ford Mustang (1999-2004) Service Manual: Brake System (Diagnosis and Testing)
Refer to Wiring Diagrams Cell 60, Instrument Cluster for schematic and connector information.
Refer to Wiring Diagrams Cell 97, Daytime Running Lamps for schematic and connector information.
Special Tool(s)
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73 Digital Multimeter 105-R0051 or Equivalent |
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ABS Brake and Pressure Test Kit 107-02350 or Equivalent |
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Tire and Wheel Runout Gauge Set 134-00199 or Equivalent |
- Inspection and Verification
- Vibration When Brakes are Applied
- Symptom Chart
- Pinpoint Tests
- Component Tests
Brake System (Description and Operation)
Component Locations
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The vehicle is equipped with a vacuum-assisted or a hydro-boost power braking
system.
The braking system is a front-to-rear split hydraulic system.
The front wheel b ...
Inspection and Verification
WARNING: Use of any other than the approved DOT 3 brake fluid will
cause permanent
damage to brake components and will render the brakes inoperative.
WARNING: Brake fluid contains polyglycol ethers ...
Other materials:
Engine - 3.8L
General Specifications
a - 20-200 seconds to leakdown 3.18 mm (0.125 in) with 225 Newtons (50
pounds) load and tappet filled
with leak-down fluid.
Torque Specifications
a - Refer to the procedure in this section
b - Advance one-half turn aft ...
Identification Tags
All vehicles are equipped with a Vehicle Certification Label, located
on the driver side door lock post.
For correct transmission identification, refer to the code in the space
marked TR.
For model, service ID level or build date information, refer ...
Coupling
Removal and Installation
1. CAUTION: Do not allow the steering column shaft to rotate while
intermediate shaft
is disconnected or damage to the clockspring can result. If there is evidence
that the
steering column shaft has rotated the clockspring must be re ...



