Ford Mustang (1999-2004) Service Manual: Inspection and Verification

WARNING: A vehicle equipped with a Traction-Lok differential will always have both wheels driving. If, while the vehicle is being serviced, only one wheel is raised off the ground and the rear axle is driven by the engine, the wheel on the ground could drive the vehicle off the stand or jack. Be sure both rear wheels are off the ground.

WARNING: Never run the engine with one wheel off the ground, for example, when changing a tire. The wheel(s) resting on the ground could cause the vehicle to move.

WARNING: Do not balance the wheels and tires while they are mounted on the vehicle.

Possible tire disintegration or differential failure could result, causing personal injury and extensive component damage. Use off-vehicle wheel and tire balancer only.

Be sure to follow the warnings when carrying out inspection and verification.

    Road Test
    Verify the customer concern by carrying out a road test on a smooth road. If any vibrations are apparent. To maximize tire performance, inspect for signs of incorrect inflation and uneven wear, whic ...

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    Installation
    1. Lubricate the lip of the wheel bearing oil seal Use Premium Long-Life Grease XG-1-C or equivalent meeting Ford specification ESAM1C75- B. 2. CAUTION: Do not damage the wheel bearing oil seal. Install the two axle shafts. 3. CAUTION: Do not damage th ...

    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 rack assembly only the front wheel spindle tie-rods and fro ...

    Safety Belt Buckle - Front Seat
    Removal Driver and passenger seat 1. Remove the front seat. For additional information, refer to Section. 2. Remove the nut and the safety belt buckle. Driver seat only 3. Disconnect the safety belt buckle electrical connector. Installation 1. To install, ...