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.
All vehicles
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.
3. Disconnect the anti-lock sensor wire.
4. Remove the bolt and the parking brake cable bracket. Discard the bolt.
Vehicles equipped with a 4.6L 2V engine
5. Remove the stabilizer bar (5A772). For additional information, refer to Stabilizer Bar in this section.
All vehicles
6. Support the differential housing with a jack stand.
7. Position the special tool 014-00942 under the rear lower suspension arm and bushing-to-axle pivot bolt.
8. Remove and discard the pivot bolt and nut.
9. Remove the spring (5560).
1. Slowly lower the arm with the special tool 014-00942.
2. Remove the rear spring and the rear spring insulators (5536).
Spring - Coil
Special Tool(s)
Hi-Lift Jack
014-00942 or Equivalent
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Installation
All vehicles
1. NOTE: Inspect the insulators for wear or damage. Install new
insulators if necessary.
Install the upper insulator on the spring.
2. Install the lower insulator on the lower arm.
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Other materials:
Refrigerant Oil Adding
CAUTION: During normal A/C operation, oil is circulated through the
system with the
refrigerant, and a small amount is retained in each component. If certain
components of the
system are removed for new installation, some of the refrigerant oil will go
with ...
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 installing a new upper suspension arm and bushing, mark the ...
Safety Precautions
WARNING: Never run the engine with one wheel off the ground, for
example, when
changing a tire. The wheel(s) resting on the ground could cause the vehicle to
move.
WARNING: The tire and wheel must always be correctly matched. It is very
important to
determ ...
