Ford Mustang (1999-2004) Service Manual: Connect
1. Install the A/C tube lock coupling spring.

2. Lubricate the inside of the coupling with PAG Refrigerant Compressor Oil (R-134a Systems) or equivalent.

3. CAUTION: Use only the new O-ring seals. The use of any O-ring seals other than those specified in the Ford Master Parts Catalog may result in intermittent leakage during vehicle operation.
Install the O-ring seals.
- Lubricate the O-ring seals with PAG Refrigerant Compressor Oil (R-134a Systems) or equivalent.
 

4. Connect the spring lock coupling fittings with a twisting motion until the A/C tube lock coupling spring snaps over the flared end of the female fitting.

5. Install the A/C tube lock coupling clip.

Cleaning
   1. Fabricate a cleaning tool from a 1/8 inch diameter brazing rod.
2. Cut an abrasive pad from maroon colored 3M Scotch Brite with the 
dimensions corresponding
to the coupling size.
3. Assemble th ...
   
Heater Hose Coupling
   Special Tool(s)
	
		
		
		Remover, Heater Hose Inlet
		Tube
		412-042 (T85T-18539-AH)
	
	
		
		
		Disconnect Tool, Heater Hose
		412-127
	
Material
	
		Item
		Specification
	
	
		MERPOL
		-
		ESE-M ...
   Other materials:
Striker Adjustment
   	NOTE: After adjusting the door latch striker plate, verify that the 
		door can be closed easily and fits
		tightly.
		1. Loosen the door latch striker plate bolts.
2. Reposition the door latch striker plate from side to side or up and down 
as necessary.
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Assembly
   	1. Carry out the following before reassembling:
	Inspect the gears for broken or cracked teeth. Check for unusual wear 
	patterns.
	Inspect the thrust washers for face wear, cracks, scoring and for signs 
	of heat damage.
	Inspect the bearings, bearing cups a ...
   	
Rear Window Glass
   	Special Tool(s)
	
		
		
		Rotunda Pneumatic Knife with
		Offset Blade
		107-R1511 or equivalent
	
	
		
		
		The Pumper
		164-R2459 or equivalent
	
	
		
		
		Rotunda Interior Auto Glass
		Cut-Out Knife Kit
		164-R2450 or equivalent
	
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