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:

Removal
1. Remove the rear defrost connectors if necessary. 2. Remove the nuts retaining the well sling and convertible top tacking strips. 3. Remove the three tacking strips. 4. Mark the top of the convertible top skin around the top of all three tacking s ...

Knob
Removal 1. Remove the shifter top control panel. 2. Disconnect the electrical connectors. 3. Remove the shifter bezel. 4. Remove the bulb from the bezel. 5. Disconnect the TCS connector. 6. CAUTION: Extra force may be needed to lift up on the handle. Do ...

Connecting Rod - Bearing Journal Clearance
Special Tool(s) Plastigage 303-D031 (D81L-6002-B) or equivalent NOTE: The crankshaft connecting rod journals must be within specifications to check the connecting rod bearing journal clearance. 1. Remove the connecting rod bearing cap. 2. ...