Ford Mustang (1999-2004) Service Manual: Rear Suspension (Description and Operation)

| Item | Part Number | Description |
| 1 | 18125 | Rear shock absorber |
| 2 | - | Rear axle driveline vibration damper |
| 3 | 5A649 | Rear lower suspension arm and bushing (common LH and RH) |
| 4 | 5560 | Rear spring |
| 5 | 4731 | Rear axle bumper bracket |
| 6 | 4905 | Rear axle differential carrier bumper and bracket |
| 7 | 5A772 | Rear stabilizer bar |
| 8 | 5500 | Rear upper suspension arm and bushing (common LH and RH) |
Rear Suspension
Torque Specifications
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
comp ...
Wheel Hub - Cobra
Special Tool(s)
2-3 Jaw Puller
205-D026 (D80L-1013-A) or
Equivalent
Driver
205-199 (T83T-3132-A1)
Front Hub Remover Replacer
204-069 (T81P-1104-C)
...
Other materials:
Removal
1. Remove the upper intake manifold. For additional information, refer to
Upper Intake Manifold in
this section.
2. Partially drain the cooling system. For additional information, refer to
Section.
3. Relieve the fuel system pressure. For additional i ...
Clutch Controls (Description and Operation)
The clutch control system engages and disengages the clutch. The clutch
control system disengages
the clutch when the clutch pedal is depressed and engages the clutch when the
clutch pedal is
released. Clutch pedal motion is transmitted by the c ...
Disassembly
1. Inspect the clutch cylinder thrust surfaces, piston bore and clutch plate
serrations for scores or
burrs. Minor scores or burrs may be removed with crocus cloth. Install a new
clutch cylinder if it
is badly scored or damaged.
2. Check the fluid passage i ...
