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:
Halfshaft Joint
Special Tool(s)
Driver
205-199 (T83T-3132-A1)
Hub Bearing Cup Replacer
205-147 (T80T-4000-P)
Sensing Ring Replacer
206-041 (T89P-20202-A)
Disassembly
1. CAUTION: Do not disassemble the halfshaft assembly. Install a new
assem ...
Lamp Assembly - Headlamp
Removal
1. NOTE: Make sure that the headlamp switch and the ignition switch are
in the OFF position.
Raise the headlamp retainers.
2. Remove the headlamp assembly.
Disconnect the electrical connectors and replace the lamp if
necessary.
Instal ...
Mass Air Flow (MAF) Sensor - 3.8L
Removal
CAUTION: The mass air flow (MAF) sensor hot wire sensing
element and housing are
calibrated as a unit and must be repaired as a complete assembly. Do not
damage the sensing
element (internal to housing) or possible failure to the mass air f ...








