Ford Mustang (1999-2004) Service Manual: Hinge Adjustment
NOTE: The door should be adjusted for even and parallel fit with the body opening and surrounding panels as well as making sure that the anti-chuck pin is not binding on convertible models.
1. Remove the A-pillar lower trim panel.
2. Position the electrical connectors aside.
3. Loosen the lower front door hinge-to-body nut enough to permit movement.
4. Remove the fender. For additional information, refer to Section.
5. Mark the position of the upper and lower front door hinges to the body to use as reference points.
6. Loosen the four upper and lower front door hinge-to-body bolts enough to permit movement.
7. Adjust the front door to specification.
8. NOTE: After adjusting the door hinge, verify that the door can be closed easily and fits tightly.
Tighten the front door hinge to body bolts.
9. Tighten the front door hinge to body nut.
10. Install the electrical connectors.
11. Install the A-pillar lower trim panel.
12. Install the fender. For additional information, refer to Section.
Body Closures
General Specifications
Torque Specifications
Body Closures
The body closures consist of the following components:
door checks
front door
front door latch strikers
front door hinges ...
Door Alignment
NOTE: The door should be adjusted for even and parallel fit with the
body opening and surrounding
panels as well as making sure that the anti-chuck pin is not binding on
convertible models.
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Other materials:
Refrigerant System Filtering Following Air Conditioning (A/C) Component
Installation
Special Tool(s)
Set, A/C Fittings
412-DS028 (014-00333, D93L-
19703-B) or equivalent
1. Install the new A/C compressor. For additional information, refer to
Section.
2. Install the new suction accumulator/drier. For additional information, ...
Air Bag Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) (Description and Operation)
The air bag supplemental restraint system (SRS) is designed to provide
increased collision protection
for front seat occupants in addition to that provided by the three-point safety
belt system. Safety belt
use is necessary to obtain the best occupant protec ...
Removal
CAUTION: Suspension fasteners are critical parts because they affect
performance of vital
components and systems and their failure can result in major service expense. A
new part with
the same part number must be installed if installation becomes necessary. ...
