Ford Mustang (1999-2004) Service Manual: Canister Vent Solenoid Closing Procedure
Special Tool(s)
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Worldwide Diagnostic System (WDS) 418-F224, New Generation STAR (NGS) Tester 418-F052, or equivalent scan tool |
CAUTION: The canister vent solenoid must not be energized for more than nine minutes at one time. Once the canister vent solenoid is energized and de-energized, adequate time must be allowed for the component to cool adequately. Failure to allow the component to cool may create a false failure in the diagnostics, causing unnecessary repairs.
1. Connect the scan tool and select the output test mode.
2. If PID monitors are not active, select PIDs.
3. Select the fuel tank pressure (FTP) and the volts (V) parameter identification (PID) for monitoring.
4. Select the ALL OFF mode.
5. Close the canister vent solenoid by pushing the START button on the scan tool.
Pinpoint Tests
NOTE: Reinstall or install new evaporative emission hose clamps
removed or damaged during testing
procedures.
PINPOINT TEST A: DTC P0442 SMALL LEAK IN EVAP SYSTEM
Test Step
Result / Action to ...
Evaporative Emission System Leak Test
Special Tool(s)
Evaporative Emission System
Tester 310-F007
(134-00056) or equivalent
Worldwide Diagnostic System
(WDS)
418-F224,
New Generation STAR (NGS)
Tester
...
Other materials:
Component Tests
Ball Joint Inspection
1. Raise and support the vehicle.
2. Prior to performing any inspection of the ball joints, inspect the wheel
bearings.
3. Position a safety stand beneath the front suspension lower arm (3079) to be
tested.
4. While an assistant pul ...
Exterior Trim and Ornamentation
Torque Specifications
Exterior Trim and Ornamentation
The exterior trim and ornamentation consists of the following
components:
body side scoop
hood scoop (if equipped)
front spoiler (Mach 1)
radiator grille
rear spoiler (if equipped)
...
Brake Caliper Anchor Plate
Removal
1. Remove the pads. For additional information, refer to Pads in this
section.
2. Remove the anchor plate (2B292).
1. Remove and discard the anchor plate bolts.
2. Remove the anchor plate.
Installation
1. CAUTION: Use correct t ...

