Ford Mustang (1999-2004) Service Manual: Installation

All vehicles

1. NOTE: Inspect the insulators for wear or damage. Install new insulators if necessary.

Install the upper insulator on the spring.

Spring - Coil

2. Install the lower insulator on the lower arm.

Spring - Coil

3. Install the rear spring. Make sure the pigtail on the lower arm is at the rear of the vehicle and pointing toward the left side of the vehicle.

Spring - Coil

4. Install the pivot bolt.

1. Carefully raise the lower arm into position with the special tool 014-00942.

2. Install a new pivot bolt and nut. Do not tighten at this time.

Spring - Coil

5. Remove the special tool 014-00942.

6. Raise the suspension until the shock absorber is compressed to the alignment mark (curb height).

Spring - Coil

7. Tighten the lower arm-to-axle pivot bolt.

Spring - Coil

8. Lower the rear suspension and remove the jack stand.

Vehicles equipped with a 4.6L 2V engine

9. Install the stabilizer bar. For additional information, refer to Stabilizer Bar in this section.

All vehicles

10. Install the parking brake cable bracket and a new bolt.

Spring - Coil

11. Connect the anti-lock sensor wire.

Spring - Coil

12. Lower the vehicle.

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