Ford Mustang (1999-2004) Service Manual: Connect

1. Install the A/C tube lock coupling spring.

Spring Lock Coupling

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

Spring Lock Coupling

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.

Spring Lock Coupling

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.

Spring Lock Coupling

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

Spring Lock Coupling

    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:

    Reporting safety defects (U.S. only)
    If you believe that your vehicle has a defect which could cause a crash or could cause injury or death, you should immediately inform the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) in addition to notifying Ford Motor Company. If NHTSA receives si ...

    Information messages
    Note: Depending on the vehicle options equipped with your vehicle, not all of the messages will display or be available. Certain messages may be abbreviated or shortened depending upon which cluster type you have. Press the RESET button for Type 1 displays or ...

    Final assembly
    23. Install the differential assembly in the differential housing. For additional information, refer to Differential Case in this section. 24. CAUTION: Align the index marks. CAUTION: Install the driveshaft with new bolts. If new bolts are not available, a ...