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.
2. Install the springs.
1. Position the springs.
2. Raise the subframe using the special tool 014-00765.
3. Install new bolts.
4. Remove and discard the subframe front bolts.
5. Install new bolts and nuts. Tighten the bolts.
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.
9. Clip the ABS sensor wires to the subframe.
10. Install the ABS sensors and the bolts.
11. Connect the rear brake lines and install the bolts.
12. Connect the parking brake cable and conduits to the lower suspension arm and bushings and install the bolts.
13. Connect the parking brake cable and conduits to the knuckles.
14. Connect the parking brake cable and conduits to the rear brake calipers and install the clips.
15. Connect the parking brake cable and conduit to the parking brake levers.
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. ...
Other materials:
Rear Drive Halfshafts (Description and Operation)
The rear wheel drive halfshaft system consists of and operates as
follows:
Halfshafts (4K138) transmit engine torque from the rear axle housing to
the rear wheels.
Halfshafts rotate at approximately one-third the speed of a driveshaft
and do not cont ...
Removal
CAUTION: Electronic modules are sensitive to static electrical
charges. If exposed to
these charges, damage may result.
1. Remove the driver air bag module. For additional information,
refer to Section.
2. Remove the passenger air bag module. For ...
Removal
1. CAUTION: The vehicle must be on level ground and at curb height.
Mark the rear shock absorbers relative to their protective sleeve.
During installation, raise the suspension to this reference mark before
tightening the
suspension component fasteners.
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