Ford Mustang (1999-2004) Service Manual: Generator - 3.8L
Removal and Installation
1. Disconnect the battery (10655). For additional information, refer to Section.
2. Relieve the accessory drive belt (8620) tension and remove the belt from the generator pulley.
Leave the belt in place for reinstallation. For additional information, refer to Section.
3. CAUTION: This is a new style connector that has a press-to-release tab. Pulling on the tab could result in damage to the connector or harness.
Disconnect the generator (10300).
1. Disconnect the generator electrical connectors.
2. Remove the battery positive cable nut.

4. Remove the generator.
- Remove the upper and lower generator bolts.

5. To install, reverse the removal procedure.
Generator and Regulator
General Specifications
Torque Specifications
Generator
The charging system consists of the:
generator (GEN)
internal voltage regulator
The generator has an internal voltage regulato ...
Generator - 4.6L 2V
Removal and Installation
1. Disconnect the battery (10655). For additional information, refer
to Section.
2. Relieve the accessory drive belt (8620) tension and remove the belt
from the gen ...
Other materials:
Driveline System - General Information
Driveline Angles @ Curb Specifications
All driveshaft and pinion angles point downward.
General Specifications
a: Service refill capacities are determined by filling the axle 6.3 mm (0.25
in [1/4 in]) to 14.3 mm (0.57 in
[5/16 in]) below the bottom of the ...
Connecting Rod - Bearing Journal Clearance
Special Tool(s)
Plastigage
303-D031 (D81L-6002-B) or
equivalent
NOTE: The crankshaft connecting rod journals must be within
specifications to check the connecting
rod bearing journal clearance.
1. Remove the connecting rod bearing cap.
2. ...
Throttle Body
Removal and Installation
WARNING: Do not smoke or carry lighted tobacco or open flame of any
type when
working on or near any fuel related components. Highly flammable mixtures are
always present
and can ignite. Failure to follow these instructions can resul ...
