Ford Mustang (1999-2004) Service Manual: 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 number must be installed if installation becomes necessary. If substitution is necessary, the part must be of the same finish and property class. Torque values must be used as specified during reassembly to make sure of correct retention of these parts.

1. Mark the rear shock absorber (18125) relative to the protective sleeve with the vehicle in a static, level ground position (curb height).

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2. Raise the vehicle on a hoist. .

3. Remove both wheel and tire assemblies.

4. Remove the rear brake disc.

5. Remove the rear springs (5560). For additional information, refer to Spring-Cobra in this section.

6. Raise the subframe into position and remove the front bolts.

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7. Lower the subframe from the vehicle.

8. Mark the cam bolt position relative to the upper suspension arm and bushing (5500).

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9. NOTE: Mark a new cam bolt in the same position as the old one for assembly reference before discarding the old bolt.

Disconnect the upper suspension arm and bushing from the knuckle (5A968/5A969).

1. Remove and discard the nut and bolt.

2. Disconnect the upper suspension arm and bushing.

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10. Remove the upper suspension arm and bushing.

1. Remove and discard the nuts and bolts.

2. Remove the upper suspension arm and bushing.

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    Installation
    CAUTION: The upper suspension arm and bushing nuts must be tightened with the suspension at curb height. Failure to do so can result in bushing failure, resulting in poor ride and handling. NOTE: If ...

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    Oil Pump Screen and Pickup Tube
    Removal and Installation 1. Remove the oil pan (6675). For additional information, refer to Oil Pan in this section. 2. Remove the oil pump screen cover and tube (6622) and discard the gasket. 1. Remove the nut. 2. Remove the two bolts. 3. Remov ...

    Utilizing the mediation or arbitration program (Canada only)
    This pertains to vehicles delivered to authorized Canadian dealers. In those cases, where you continue to feel that the efforts by Ford of Canada and the authorized dealer to resolve a factory-related vehicle service concern have been unsatisfactory, Ford of ...

    Four Wheel Anti-Lock Brake System (4WABS) Hydraulic Control Unit (HCU)
    NOTE: This procedure only needs to be performed if the 4-wheel anti-lock brake (4WABS) hydraulic control unit (HCU) has been installed new or if the HCU lines have been opened. 1. Clean all dirt from and remove the brake master cylinder filler cap ...