Ford Mustang (1999-2004) Service Manual: Installation
1. CAUTION: Make sure the hardened washer is installed between the lower suspension arm and bushing and the shock absorber. Failure to do so can result in damage and failure of the lower suspension arm and bushing.
NOTE: The toe link bolt and nuts are of a torque prevailing design. A new bolt and new nuts must be installed.
NOTE: Use a new cotter pin.
To install, reverse the removal procedure.
2. Check wheel alignment. Adjust as 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 ...
Spring - Coil
Special Tool(s)
Hi-Lift Jack
014-00942 or Equivalent
...
Other materials:
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. ...
Piston - Selection
NOTE: The cylinder bore must be within the specifications for
taper and out-of-round before fitting a
piston.
1. Select a piston size based on the cylinder bore.
2. NOTE: For precision fit, new pistons are divided into three
categories within each size ...
Push Rods - Inspection
1. CAUTION: Do not attempt to straighten push rods.
Check the ends of the push rods for nicks, grooves, roughness or
excessive wear. Install new
push rods as necessary. Refer to the appropriate section in Group 303 for
the procedure.
The push rods ca ...
