Ford Mustang (1999-2004) Service Manual: Exceptions To Normal Schedule
Yellow Coolant
- Change coolant at 5 years or 160,000 km (100,000 miles) of the vehicle's life, whichever comes first.
- After the initial change, change coolant every 3 years or 80,000 km (50,000 miles) thereafter.
Natural Gas and Propane Vehicles
- Inspect NGV fuel tanks from the date of tank manufacture every 3 years.
- Inspect propane fuel tanks from vehicle build date every 5 years.
- Install new NGV fuel tanks from the date of tank manufacture every 15 years.
Normal Vehicle Axle Maintenance
Rear axles and power take off (PTO) units containing synthetic lubricant and light duty trucks equipped with Ford-design axles are lubricated for life. These lubricants are not to be checked or changed unless service is required, or if a leak is suspected, or the axle assembly has been submerged in water.
The axle and PTO should be changed anytime they have been submerged in water. Non-synthetic rear axle lubricants should be replaced every 4,800 km (3,000 miles) or three months, whichever occurs first, during extended trailer tow operation above 21C (70F) ambient and wide open throttle for extended periods above 45 mph.
The 3,000 mile lube change interval may be waived if the axle was filled with 75W140 synthetic gear lubricant meeting Ford specification WSL-M2C192-A, part number F1TZ-19B546-B or equivalent. Add four ounces of additive friction modifier C8AZ-19B546-A (EST-M2C118-A) or equivalent for complete refill of Traction-Lok rear axles.
The axle lubricant should be changed anytime an axle has been submerged in water.
Police and Taxi Vehicle Axle Maintenance
Replace rear axle lubricant every 160,000 km (100,000 miles). Rear axle lubricant change may be waived if the axle was filled with 75W140 synthetic gear lubricant meeting Ford specification WSLM2C192- A, part number FITZ-19580-B or equivalent. Add four ounces of additive friction modifier C8AZ-19B546-A (EST-M2C118-A) or equivalent for complete refill of Traction-Lok rear axles.
The axle lubricant should be changed anytime an axle has been submerged in water.
Normal Schedule
The following checks or procedures should be carried out for all cars,
minivans, light trucks, sport
utilities, vans, 4x4s, natural gas and propane vehicles.
8,000 Km (5,000 Miles)
Change engine oi ...
Other materials:
Piston
Special Tool(s)
Piston Pin Tool or equivalent
303-D034 (D81L-6135-A)
Material
Item
Specification
SAE 5W-20 Premium Synthetic
Blend Motor Oil
XO-5W20-QSP or equivalent
WSS-M2C153-
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Disassembly
1. Using the special tool, ...
Inspection and Verification
WARNING: A vehicle equipped with a Traction-Lok differential will
always have both
wheels driving. If, while the vehicle is being serviced, only one wheel is
raised off the ground
and the rear axle is driven by the engine, the wheel on the ground could drive ...
Waxing
Regular waxing is necessary to protect the paint on your car from the
elements. We recommend that you wash and wax the painted surface
once or twice a year.
When washing and waxing, park your vehicle in a shaded area out of
direct sunlight. Always wash your v ...