Ford Mustang (1999-2004) Service Manual: Electronic Leak Detection

Special Tool(s)

H10PM Refrigerant Leak Detector With Battery 216-00001 or equivalent

CAUTION: Good ventilation is necessary in the area where electronic A/C leak testing is to be carried out. If the surrounding air is contaminated with refrigerant gas, the leak detector will indicate this gas all the time. Odors from other chemicals such as anti-freeze, diesel fuel, disc brake cleaner, or other cleaning solvents can cause the same problem. A fan, even in a wellventilated area, is very helpful in removing small traces of contamination from the air that might affect the leak detector.

1. NOTE: The system pressure should be between 413-551 kPa (60-80 psi) at 24C (75F) with the engine off.

Leak test the refrigerant system using the Refrigerant Leak Detector. Follow the instructions included with the leak detector for handling and operation techniques.

Electronic Leak Detection

2. If a leak is found, discharge and recover the refrigerant. For additional information, refer to Air Conditioning (A/C) System Recovery, Evacuation and Charging in this section.

  • Repair the system.
  • Test the system for normal operation.

Electronic Leak Detection

    Manifold Gauge Set Connection
    Special Tool(s) R-134a Manifold Gauge Set 176-R032A or equivalent 1. Turn both valves on the R-134a Manifold Gauge Set clockwise to close the low- and highpressure hoses to the center ...

    Tracer Dye Leak Detection
    Special Tool(s) 120 Watt 110 Volt UV Lamp 20C 164-R0721 or equivalent NOTE: Ford Motor Company vehicles are produced with a permanent leak tracer dye incorporated into the A/C syste ...

    Other materials:

    Installation
    1. Install the spring. 1. Position the spring and spring insulator in the front suspension lower control arm. 2. Swing the arm into the fender well. 2. Position a jack stand under the front suspension lower control arm inboard of the spring seat and r ...

    Fog Lamps
    Refer to Wiring Diagrams Cell 86 , Fog Lamps for schematic and connector information. Special Tool(s) 73 III Automotive Meter or equivalent 105-R0057 Principles of Operation The fog lamps will only illuminate when the low beam or parking l ...

    Front Seat Cushion
    Disassembly and Assembly All vehicles 1. Remove the seat track. For additional information, refer to Seat Track in this section. 2. Remove the seat backrest. For additional information, refer to Front Seat Backrest in this section. Vehicles with powe ...