Ford Mustang (1999-2004) Service Manual: Installation

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

Make sure the spring insulators are correctly installed on the springs.

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2. Install the springs.

1. Position the springs.

2. Raise the subframe using the special tool 014-00765.

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3. Install new bolts.

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4. Remove and discard the subframe front bolts.

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5. Install new bolts and nuts. Tighten the bolts.

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6. Remove the special tool 014-00765.

7. Support the lower suspension arm and bushings with jack stands.

8. 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.

Connect the shock absorbers to the lower suspension arm and bushing and install new bolts and nuts.

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9. Clip the ABS sensor wires to the subframe.

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10. Install the ABS sensors and the bolts.

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11. Connect the rear brake lines and install the bolts.

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12. Connect the parking brake cable and conduits to the lower suspension arm and bushings and install the bolts.

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13. Connect the parking brake cable and conduits to the knuckles.

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14. Connect the parking brake cable and conduits to the rear brake calipers and install the clips.

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15. Connect the parking brake cable and conduit to the parking brake levers.

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16. Install the driveshaft.

17. Install both mufflers.

18. Install both wheel and tire assemblies.

19. Remove the jack stand from the No. 1 crossmember.

20. Bleed the brake system.

21. 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 ...

    Shock Absorber
    Removal 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 component servicing. ...

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    Assembly
    1. NOTE: Lubricate direct clutch piston inner seal and seal protector with petroleum jelly. Using the special tool, install the inner piston seal. Install the seal with sealing lip facing down. 2. Install the clutch piston outer seal so that when the pis ...

    Caliper
    1. NOTE: It is not necessary to do a complete brake system bleed if only the disc brake caliper (2B120) was disconnected. Place a box end wrench on the disc brake caliper bleeder screw (2208). Attach a rubber drain tube to the disc brake caliper b ...

    Transmission Fluid Cooler
    CAUTION: Whenever a transmission has been disassembled to install new parts, the cooler bypass valve (CBV), all transmission fluid coolers (in tank and auxiliary) and transmission fluid cooler lines must be cleaned and backflushed. Use a suitable the t ...