Ford Mustang (1999-2004) Service Manual: Gear (Disassembly and Assembly)
Special Tool(s)
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Head Mounting Fixture 303-D041 (D83L-500-B1) or Equivalent |
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Inner Tie Rod Socket Tool 211-D025 (D90P-3290-A) or Equivalent |
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Steering Gear Holding Fixture 211-D011 (D87P-3504-B) or Equivalent |
Material
| Item | Specification |
| Multi-Purpose Grease XG-4 | ESR-M1C159- A |
| Silicone Brake Caliper Grease and Dielectric Compound D7AZ-19A331-A | ESE-M1C171- A |
Gear (Removal and Installation)
Special Tool(s)
Teflon Seal Replacer Set
211-D027 (D90P-3517-A) or
Equivalent
Tie Rod End Remover
211-001 (TOOL-3290-D)
Removal
1. Turn the steering wheel as necessary to pos ...
Disassembly
NOTE: The steering gear is serviceable as either a long or short rack
assembly. This procedure covers
the removal and installation of the components not supplied with a short rack
assembly. On short ...
Other materials:
Belt Minder Deactivating/Activating
Preparation
1. Before deactivating/activating the belt minder, set the parking
brake.
2. Place the gearshift in P (Park) (automatic transmission) or the
neutral position (manual
transmission).
3. Place the ignition switch in the OFF position.
...
Valve Tappets
Material
Removal
CAUTION: If removing more than one valve tappet, mark the
components removed for
correct location.
1. Remove the lower intake manifold. For additional information, refer to
Lower Intake Manifold in
this section.
2. Remove the push r ...
Vibration When Brakes are Applied
For vibration concerns when brakes are applied, perform the following
procedure.
Visually inspect:
tire condition and pressure.
suspension bushings and ball joints.
Correct as necessary.
1. Verify and isolate the concern. Brake roughness can be felt in: ...



