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:
Degas Bottle - 4.6L(2V) and 4.6L(4V)
Removal and Installation
1. Drain the engine coolant from the degas bottle only. For additional
information, refer to Cooling
System Draining, Filling and Bleeding in this section.
2. Disconnect the radiator vent hose.
3. Remove the degas bottle return hos ...
Body System (Diagnosis and Testing)
Inspection and Verification
Leaks
NOTE: Trim will reveal the location of most leaks.
1. Remove any trim or carpet in the general area of the leak.
2. Road test or water test the vehicle.
3. Inspect for a dust pattern around the area in question. In ...
Inspection and Verification
1. Road test.
Verify the customer's concern by performing a road test on a smooth
road.
2. Inspect tires.
Check the tire pressure with all normal loads in the vehicle and the
tires cold. For
additional information, refer to the vehicle certification ...
