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:
Engine block heater
WARNING: Failure to follow engine block heater instructions
could result in property damage or physical injury.
WARNING: Do not use your heater with ungrounded electrical
systems or two-pronged (cheater) adapters. There is a risk of
electrical shock.
Note: The ...
Spark Plug - Inspection
1. Inspect the spark plug for a bridged gap.
Check for deposit build-up closing the gap between the electrodes.
Deposits are caused
by oil or carbon fouling.
Clean the spark plug.
2. Check for oil fouling.
Check for wet, black deposits on th ...
Engine (Disassembly)
Special Tool(s)
Impact Slide Hammer
100-001 (T50T-100-A)
Remover, Crankshaft Vibration
Damper
303-009 (T58P-6316-D)
Holding Tool, Crankshaft
303-448 (T93P-6303-A)
Guides, Connecting Rod
303-442 (T93P- ...
