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).
2. Raise the vehicle on a hoist. 3. Remove the wheel and tire assembly. 4. Remove and discard the rear hub retainer (4B477).
5. Disconnect the parking brake cable and conduit from the parking brake lever.
6. Remove the clip and disconnect the parking brake cable and conduit from the rear brake caliper.
7. Disconnect the parking brake cable and conduit from the knuckle (5A968/5A969).
8. Remove the rear brake disc.
9. Support the lower suspension arm and bushing (5A649) with a jack stand.
10. Remove the nut and bolt and disconnect the shock absorber (18125) from the lower suspension arm and bushing. Discard the nut and bolt.
11. Remove and discard the cotter pin and nut.
12. CAUTION: Do not strike the toe link or the knuckle to disconnect the toe link. The toe link or the knuckle can be damaged.
Using the special tool, disconnect the toe link (5K899) from the knuckle.
13. Mark the cam bolt position relative to the upper suspension arm and bushing (5500).
14. 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.
1. Remove and discard the nut and bolt.
2. Disconnect the arm and bushing from the knuckle.
15. Using the special tool, press the axle shaft from the hub (1109).
16. Remove the knuckle from the lower arm and bushing.
1. Remove and discard the nut and bolt.
2. Remove the knuckle.
17. Remove the dust shield, hub, snap ring and bearing from the knuckle. For additional information, refer to Wheel Hub-Cobra in this section.
Wheel Knuckle - Cobra
Special Tool(s)
Front Hub Remover
205-D070 (D93P-1175-B) or
Equivalent
Steering Arm Remover
211-003 (T64P-9171-A)
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Installation
1. Install the bearing, snap ring, hub and dust shield. For additional
information, refer to Wheel
Hub-Cobra in this section.
2. Install the knuckle.
1. Position the knuckle on the lower suspensio ...
Other materials:
Audio Unit
Torque Specifications
Audio System
The Mustang is available with the following audio systems:
M100 CD AM/FM
CDX6-AM/FM with six CD in-dash
MP3 single CD AM/FM (optional)
The M100 system is equipped with four premium speakers. The CDX6 six
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Fuel quality
Note: Use of any fuel other than those recommended may cause
powertrain damage and a loss of vehicle performance; repairs may not be
covered under warranty.
Choosing the Right Fuel
Use only unleaded fuel or unleaded fuel blended with a maximum of
15% ethanol. ...
Battery (Diagnosis and Testing)
Special Tool(s)
Micro 490 Digital Battery
Analyzer
162-00004
Inspection and Verification
1. Verify the customer concern by operating the system.
2. Visually inspect for obvious signs of mechanical or electrical
damage.
Visual Inspecti ...