Ford Mustang (1999-2004) Service Manual: Fluid Pan, Gasket and Filter

Material

Item	Specification
MERCON V Automatic Transmission Fluid XT-5-QM, XT-5-DM	MERCON V

1. Normal maintenance requires periodic automatic transmission fluid changes. If a major repair, such as a clutch, band, bearing, etc., is required, the automatic transmission will also have to be removed for repair. At this time, the torque converter, transmission cooler and tubes must be thoroughly flushed to remove any dirt. The transmission fluid needs to be changed if evidence of fluid contamination is found. When used under continuous or severe conditions, the transmission and torque converter should be drained and refilled with fluid as specified.

2. CAUTION: Do not use any supplemental transmission fluid additives or cleaning agents. The use of these products could cause internal transmission components to fail; this will effect the operation of the transmission.

CAUTION: Use of a fluid other than specified could result in transmission failure.

Refer to the vehicle certification label affixed to the LH front door lock face panel or door pillar for the transmission code.

3. When filling a dry transmission and torque converter, refer to General Specifications chart in this section for capacity. Check the fluid level.

Transmission Fluid Drain and Refill

Special Tool(s) Automatic Transmission Flush and Fill Machine 211-00018 Automatic Transmission Flush and Fill Machine 199-00010 or equivalent Material Item Specification ...

Removal

1. Disconnect the battery ground cable. For additional information, refer to Section. 2. Raise and support the vehicle. For additional information, refer to Section. 3. Place a drain pan under ...

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Installation
1. Overlay the new rear window glass assembly over the old rear window glass assembly and transpose the markings with a grease pencil. 2. Center the V-notch on the new rear window glass assembly to the center mark on the top of the number four bow ...

Bearings - Inspection
NOTE: If any of the following conditions exist, install a new bearing. 1. Inspect the bearing for a bent cage. 2. Inspect bearings for galling (metal smears on roller ends). Galling is caused by overheating, poor lubrication or an overload situatio ...

Pinpoint Tests
CAUTION: Be careful when probing the CJB, battery junction box (BJB) or any connectors. Damage will result to the connector receptacle if the probe or terminal being used is too large. CAUTION: Electronic modules are sensitive to static electrical char ...