Ford Mustang (1999-2004) Service Manual: Installation
1. NOTE: A new torque converter drain plug must be used.
Install the torque converter drain plug.
2. Install the torque converter housing plug.
3. CAUTION: If installing a new filter, and the seal remains in the main control bore, carefully use a small screwdriver to remove the seal. Use care not to damage the main control bore.
NOTE: If transmission is being repaired for a contamination-related failure, use a new filter and seal. The filter may be reused if no excessive contamination is present.
Install a new fluid filter and seal as required.
4. Position the pan magnet into the transmission fluid pan.
5. NOTE: The transmission fluid pan gasket is reusable. Clean and inspect for damage; if not damaged, the gasket should be reused.
Install the transmission fluid pan and gasket.
1. Position the transmission fluid pan and gasket.
2. Install the transmission fluid pan bolts.
6. Lower the vehicle.
7. NOTE: When the battery is disconnected and reconnected, some abnormal drive symptoms may occur while the vehicle relearns its adaptive strategy. The vehicle may need to be driven 16 km (10 miles) or more to relearn the strategy.
Connect the battery ground cable. For additional information, refer to Section.
8. NOTE: When filling a dry transmission and converter, start with a minimum of 4.7 liters (5 quarts).
Fill the transmission to the correct level with clean automatic transmission fluid.
Removal
1. Disconnect the battery ground cable. For additional information, refer
to Section.
2. Raise and support the vehicle. For additional information, refer to
Section.
3. Place a drain pan under ...
Transmission Filler Tube
Removal
1. Remove the bolt.
2. Remove the fluid filler tube.
Installation
1. To install, reverse the removal procedure.
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Other materials:
Fuel Vapor Control Tube Assembly Valve
Removal and Installation
1. Remove the fuel tank. For additional information, refer to
Section.
2. Remove the retainers.
3. NOTE: The fuel vapor vent valve, fuel vapor control valve and the
in-line fuel tank pressure
sensor are repaired as a fuel va ...
Component Tests
Engine Oil Leaks
NOTE: When diagnosing engine oil leaks, the source and location of
the leak must be positively
identified prior to repair.
Prior to carrying out this procedure, clean all sealing surface areas with a
suitable solvent to remove all
tra ...
Exhaust System Neutralizing
WARNING: Exhaust gases contain carbon monoxide, which is harmful to
health and
potentially lethal. Repair exhaust system leaks immediately. Never operate the
engine in an
enclosed area.
WARNING: Exhaust system components are hot.
NOTE: Neutralize the exhau ...
