Ford Mustang (1999-2004) Service Manual: Installation
1. Install the spring.
1. Position the spring and spring insulator in the front suspension lower control arm.
2. Swing the arm into the fender well.
2. Position a jack stand under the front suspension lower control arm inboard of the spring seat and raise the arm into position.
3. NOTE: The front suspension lower arm nuts must be tightened with the suspension at curb height.
Install the bolts and nuts. Do not tighten the bolts at this time.
4. Make sure the spring is correctly positioned in the front suspension lower arm.
1. Spring must not cover this hole.
2. Spring must cover this hole.
5. Remove the special tool.
6. Move the jack stand under the front suspension lower arm ball joint and raise the suspension until the shock absorber is compressed to the previously established alignment mark (curb height).
7. Tighten the nuts.
8. Remove the jack stand.
9. Install the power rack and pinion steering gear.
10. Position the intermediate shaft and install the bolt.
11. Connect the stabilizer bar link to the front suspension lower arm.
1. Install the link and bushing.
2. Install the nut.
12. Connect the tie-rod end to the spindle.
1. Install the tie-rod end into the spindle.
2. Install the nut.
3. Install a new cotter pin.
13. Install the wheel and tire assembly. 14. Lower the vehicle.
15. Check wheel alignment. Adjust if necessary.
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 ...Rear Suspension
Torque Specifications WARNING: All vehicles are equipped with gas pressurized shock absorbers which will extend unassisted. Do not apply heat or flame to the shock absorbers during removal or comp ...Other materials:
Navigation controls
Type 1
WARNING: Driving while distracted can result in loss of vehicle
control, crash and injury. We strongly recommend that you use
extreme caution when using any device that may take your focus off
the road. Your primary responsibility is the safe operation ...
Pinpoint Test I: LFC 33/DTC B1933 - Passenger Air Bag Circuit Resistance
High
Normal Operation
The restraints control module (RCM) monitors the resistance of the
passenger air bag ignitor by
measuring the resistance between pins 6 and 7. If the RCM detects high
resistance between these
pins, it will store a diagnostic trouble cod ...
Child seat positioning
WARNING: Airbags can kill or injure a child in a child seat.
Never place a rear-facing child seat in front of an active airbag.
If you must use a forward-facing child seat in the front seat, move the
vehicle seat upon which the child seat is installed all th ...