Ford Mustang (1999-2004) Service Manual: Disassembly
1. NOTE: Mark the position of each gear shifter fork (7230).
Place the gear shift plates (7N232) and the gear selector interlock sleeve (7K201) in the neutral position to center the gear shift plates and the selector body (7302).
2. Rotate the main shift control shaft (7358) counterclockwise and pull it rearward to access the pin. Remove the pin.
3. Using a twisting motion, remove the main shift control shaft.
4. Remove the gear shifter forks, the gear shift plates, the pin, the gear selector interlock sleeve, and the selector body.
5. Remove the O-ring (N800037-S2).
6. CAUTION: Note the orientation of the gear shift plate for assembly reference.
Remove the gear shift plate and the gear shift fork inserts (7L082) from the shifter forks.
Selector Plate
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Assembly
1. Install the new O-ring.
2. Assemble the gear shifter forks.
1. Install the gear shift plate into the gear shifter fork.
2. Install the gear shift fork inserts.
3. NOTE: Position the na ...
Other materials:
Removal
1. Remove the upper intake manifold. For additional information, refer to
Upper Intake Manifold in
this section.
2. Partially drain the cooling system. For additional information, refer to
Section.
3. Relieve the fuel system pressure. For additional i ...
Parking brake
WARNING: If the parking brake is fully released, but the brake
warning lamp remains illuminated, the brakes may not be
working properly. See your authorized dealer as soon as possible.
WARNING: Always set the parking brake fully and make sure
that the transmis ...
Cleaning the alloy wheels
Note: Do not use chrome cleaner, metal cleaner or polish on wheels and
wheel covers.
A clearcoat paint finish coats aluminum wheels and wheel covers.
In order to maintain their condition:
• Clean weekly with Motorcraft Wheel and Tire Cleaner. Use a sponge ...
