Ford Mustang (1999-2004) Service Manual: Removal

1. Disconnect the battery ground cable.

2. Remove the air cleaner outlet pipe.

3. Remove the radiator sight shield.

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4. Remove the coolant recovery reservoir.

1. Disconnect the hose.

2. Remove the bolts.

3. Remove the coolant recovery reservoir.

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5. Install the special tool.

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6. Install the special tool.

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7. Install the special tool.

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8. Raise and support the vehicle.

9. Remove the LH engine mount nut.

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10. Remove the RH engine mount nut.

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11. Lower the vehicle.

12. Raise the engine.

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13. Raise and support the vehicle.

14. Remove the oil pan drain plug and drain the engine oil.

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15. Remove the starter motor.

16. Position the wiring harness bracket aside.

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17. Remove the transmission lower bolts.

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18. Remove the oil pan bolts.

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19. Position a safety stand under the subframe crossmember.

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20. Remove the four subframe lower bolts.

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21. Remove the two subframe upper bolts.

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22. NOTE: Do not completely remove these bolts.

Loosen the two bolts.

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23. Lower the front subframe.

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24. Remove the oil pan.

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    Oil Pan
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    Installation
    1. NOTE: If the oil pan is not secured within four minutes, the sealant must be removed and the sealing area cleaned with metal surface cleaner. Allow to dry until there is no sign of wetness, o ...

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    Driver and passenger airbags
    WARNING: Never place your arm or any objects over an airbag module. Placing your arm over a deploying airbag can result in serious arm fractures or other injuries. Objects placed on or over the airbag inflation area may cause those objects to be propelled by t ...

    Road Test
    NOTE: It may be necessary to have the customer ride along or drive the vehicle to point out the concern. During the road test, take into consideration the customer's driving habits and the driving conditions. The customer's concern just may be an acceptable ...

    Pinpoint Test O: DTC B1870 - Air Bag Indicator Shorted to Battery
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