Ford Mustang (1999-2004) Service Manual: Generator and Regulator

General Specifications

General Specifications

Torque Specifications

Torque Specifications

Generator

The charging system consists of the:

  • generator (GEN)
  • internal voltage regulator

The generator has an internal voltage regulator that is not installed separately. The generator and voltage regulator are installed as an assembly.

Battery Cables
Removal WARNING: Batteries normally produce explosive gases which can cause personal injury. Therefore, do not allow flames, sparks or lighted substances to come near the battery. When ch ...

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 gen ...

Other materials:

Component Tests
Idle Air Control (IAC) Valve 1. Open the hood. 2. NOTE: Key symptom is elevated idle speed while noise is occurring. NOTE: "Snapping" the throttle can induce the noise. Verify the condition by operating the vehicle for a short time. 3. Inspect the IAC valv ...

Disassembly
1. Inspect the clutch cylinder thrust surfaces, piston bore and clutch plate serrations for scores or burrs. Minor scores or burrs may be removed with a crocus cloth. Install a new clutch cylinder if badly scored or damaged. 2. Check fluid passage in the cl ...

Removal
1. Remove the center instrument panel register. 2. Remove the screws. 3. Disconnect the connectors. 4. Using the special tool, disconnect the temperature control cable from the control head. 5. Remove the nuts and disconnect the vacuum connector. ...