Ford Mustang (1999-2004) Service Manual: Charging System (Diagnosis and Testing)

Refer to Wiring Diagrams Cell 12 , Charging System for schematic and connector information.

Special Tool(s)

73III Automotive Meter 105-R0057 or equivalent
SABRE Premium Battery and Electrical System Tester 010-00736 or equivalent

Principles of Operation

Charging System (Diagnosis and Testing)

 

 

Charging System (Diagnosis and Testing)

 

Charging System (Description and Operation)
The charging system is a negative ground system consisting of the following: generator internal voltage regulator charging system warning indicator storage battery necessary wirin ...

Functionality
With the ignition switch in the RUN position, voltage is applied through the warning indicator I circuit 904 (LG/RD) to the voltage regulator. This turns the regulator on, allowing current to ...

Other materials:

Pinpoint Tests
CAUTION: Do not make jumper connections except as directed. Incorrect connections may damage the voltage regulator test terminals, fuses, or fuse links. CAUTION: Do not allow any metal object to come in contact with the generator housing and inter ...

Driving through water
WARNING: Drive through water in an emergency only, and not as part of normal driving. WARNING: Engine damage can occur if water enters the air filter. Note: Driving through deep water may allow water into the transmission or air intake and can cause internal v ...

Safety Belt Tongue Rotated on Belt
1. Grasp the belt tongue and pull the belt webbing down to form a loop through the upper (longer and narrower) slot in the tongue. 2. Rotate and fold the belt webbing over itself within the slot to remove the twist. 3. Pull the excess belt webbing back th ...