Ford Mustang (1999-2004) Service Manual: Bumpers

Torque Specifications

Torque Specifications

Bumpers

CAUTION: Never apply excessive heat to the bumper cover surface. Heat could cause distortion of the bumper cover.

The bumper systems consist of the following components:

  • front bumper
  • front bumper cover
  • front bumper cover (Cobra)
  • front bumper isolator
  • rear bumper
  • rear bumper brace
  • rear bumper cover
  • rear bumper cover (Cobra)
  • rear bumper isolator
Installation
Lift cylinder 1. NOTE: Be sure that each fitting is installed in the correct position on the folding top hydraulic component. NOTE: Make sure that the tetra seal is installed in the bottom of each of ...

Front Bumper Cover
Removal and Installation NOTE: Mustang shown, GT and Cobra similar. 1. Remove the pin-type retainers and the radiator upper sight shield. 2. Remove the two pin-type retainers (one each side). 3. R ...

Other materials:

Valve Cover - LH
Removal and Installation 1. Position the ignition wires (12281) aside. 2. Disconnect the positive crankcase ventilation (PCV) valve (6758). 3. Remove the ignition coil and position aside. 1. Disconnect the electrical connector. 2. Disconnect the ac ...

Component Tests
Grid Wire Test 1. Using a bright lamp inside the vehicle, inspect the wire grid from the exterior. A broken grid wire will appear as a brown spot. 2. Run the engine at idle. Set the rear window defrost switch to ON. The indicator light should co ...

Changing a road wheel
WARNING: The use of tire sealants may damage your tire pressure monitoring system and should not be used. However, if you must use a sealant, have an authorized dealer install a new tire pressure monitoring system sensor and valve stem. WARNING: See Tire Press ...