Ford Mustang (1999-2004) Service Manual: Installation
Lift cylinder
1. NOTE: Be sure that each fitting is installed in the correct position on the folding top hydraulic component.
NOTE: Make sure that the tetra seal is installed in the bottom of each of the folding top hydraulic cylinder ports before attaching the upper and lower hose fittings.
Install the hydraulic lines using a thread locker onto the lift cylinder.
Motor assembly
2. NOTE: Be sure that each fitting is installed in the correct position on the folding top hydraulic component.
Install the hydraulic lines using a thread locker onto the motor assembly.
Hydraulic system
3. Bleed the hydraulic system. For additional information, refer to System Bleeding in this section.
4. Install the motor and cylinders as an assembly.
5. Position the motor assembly.
6. Connect the motor electrical connector.
7. Engage the hydraulic line retainers on each side.
8. Position the lift cylinders and install the nuts.
9. Install the two cylinder rod mounting bolts.
10. Install the speakers.
11. Install the screws.
12. NOTE: This step applies to vehicles equipped with the Mach sound system.
Install the screw and connect the electrical connectors.
13. Install the rear quarter trim panel. For additional information, refer to Section.
14. Latch the convertible top.
Removal
NOTE: The convertible top hydraulic components are removed from the vehicle
as an assembly. The
hydraulic components are individually repaired and the system must be bled
before being installed into ...
Bumpers
Torque Specifications
Bumpers
CAUTION: Never apply excessive heat to the bumper cover surface. Heat
could cause
distortion of the bumper cover.
The bumper systems consist of the following components ...
Other materials:
Wheel Hub and Bearing
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 or an equivalent part must be installed, if i ...
Disassembly
1. Remove the retaining ring above fifth gear.
2. CAUTION: Hand tighten the special tool to prevent gear damage.
CAUTION: Support the output shaft while using the press to prevent
damage to the
shaft or gears.
Using the special tool, press fifth gear, the s ...
Inspection and Verification
1. Verify the customer concern by operating the engine to duplicate the
condition.
2. Visually inspect for obvious signs of mechanical damage. Refer to the
following chart.
Visual Inspection Chart
Mechanical
Engine coolant leaks
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