Ford Mustang (1999-2004) Service Manual: Engine (Diagnosis and Testing)
Special Tool(s)
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Commercially Available Leakdown Tester |
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Quick Disconnect Compression Tester 134-R0212 or equivalent |
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Dial Indicator Gauge Adapter 303-007 (TOOL-6565-AB) or equivalent |
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Dial Indicator Gauge with Holding Fixture 100-002 (TOOL-4201-C) or equivalent |
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Engine Cylinder Leak Detection/Air Pressurization Kit 014-00708 or equivalent |
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Oil Pressure Gauge 303-088 (T73L-6600-A) |
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UV Leak Detector Kit 164-R0756 or equivalent |
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Vacuum/Pressure Tester 164-R0253 or equivalent |
Material

Engine System - General Information
General Specifications
Engine
NOTE: This section contains information, steps and procedures that may
not be specific to your
engine.
This section covers general procedures and diagnosis and testin ...
Inspection and Verification
1. Verify the customer concern by operating the engine to duplicate the
condition.
2. Visually inspect for obvious signs of mechanical damage. Refer to the
following chart.
Visual Inspection Ch ...
Other materials:
Bulb
Removal and Installation
1. Remove the floor console. For additional information, refer to
Section.
2. Remove the bolts, then position the bezel upward.
3. Remove the bulb socket from the bezel.
4. Remove the bulb.
5. To install, reverse the removal ...
Component Tests
Steering Linkage
1. NOTE: Excessive vertical motion of the studs relative to the
sockets may indicate excessive
wear.
With the parking brake applied, perform the following:
Have an assistant rotate the steering wheel back and forth 360 degrees
and watch ...
Interior Lighting (Diagnosis and Testing)
Refer to Wiring Diagrams Cell 111 , Remote Control Alarm and Lock System
for schematic and
connector information.
Refer to Wiring Diagrams Cell 59 , Generic Electronic Module for schematic
and connector
information.
Refer to Wiring Diagrams Cell 89 , ...








