Ford Mustang (1999-2004) Service Manual: Bumpers
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:
Piston - Ring-to-Groove Clearance
1. Inspect the piston for ring land damage or accelerated wear.
2. Measure the piston ring-to-groove clearance.
Refer to the appropriate section in Group for the procedure.
If out of specification, install new components as necessary. Refer
to the a ...
Moulding - Roof Side
Removal and Installation
1. Remove the weatherstrip.
2. Remove the exterior roof side moulding screws.
3. Remove the interior roof side moulding screws.
4. Remove the roof side moulding screw.
5. Release the clips.
1. Lift up to release the two ...
Belt Minder Deactivating/Activating
Preparation
1. Before deactivating/activating the belt minder, set the parking
brake.
2. Place the gearshift in P (Park) (automatic transmission) or the
neutral position (manual
transmission).
3. Place the ignition switch in the OFF position.
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