Ford Mustang (1999-2004) Service Manual: Parking Brake Cable Tension Release
1. CAUTION: If any component in the parking brake system requires repair or if the rear axle housing (4010) is removed, the cable tension must be released.
Place the parking brake control (2780) in the released position.
2. Remove the console.
3. With an assistant inside the vehicle, raise and support the vehicle.
4. Pull the parking brake cable and equalizer rearward.
5. CAUTION: Do not remove the steel pin until the parking brake cable and equalizer/rear cable and conduits are connected to the parking brake control. Pin removal releases the tension in the ratchet wheel causing the spring to unwind and release tension.
Insert a steel pin through holes in the lever to the ratchet wheel.
Parking Brake (Diagnosis and Testing)
Inspection and Verification
1. Verify the customer's concern by operating the parking brake system to
duplicate the condition.
2. Inspect to determine if one of the following mechanical or electrica ...
Parking Brake Control
Removal
1. CAUTION: If any component in the parking brake system requires
repair or if the
rear axle housing (4010) is removed, the cable tension must be released.
Place the parking brake control (2 ...
Other materials:
Wheel Leaks
Material
Item
Specification
Professional Choke and
Linkage Cleaner
F8AZ-19520-AB
WSS-M14P10-
B
Aluminum Wheel Repair
Compound
ESA-M4G280-
A
WARNING: Wheel repairs that use welding or peening are not approved. An
inner tube ...
Installation
All vehicles
1. Using the special tools, install the crankshaft rear oil seal.
Lubricate the oil seal using clean engine oil.
2. Using the special tool, install the crankshaft oil slinger.
Manual transmission vehicles
3. Install the flywheel. For additi ...
Engine Dynamic Balance Shaft
Removal
1. Remove the timing chain (6268). For additional information, refer to
Timing Chain in this
section.
2. Disconnect and position the wire harness aside.
3. Remove the radiator fan and shroud assembly (8146).
4. Remove the engine dynamic balan ...
