Ford Mustang (1999-2004) Service Manual: Removal

1. Disconnect the battery ground cable.

2. Remove the air cleaner outlet tube. For additional information, refer to Section.

3. Remove the radiator sight shield.

4. Install the special tool.

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5. Using the special tools, support the engine.

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6. Raise and support the vehicle. For additional information, refer to Section.

7. Remove the two engine mount nuts.

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8. Lower the vehicle.

9. Using the special tool, raise the engine.

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10. Raise and support the vehicle. For additional information, refer to Section.

11. Drain the engine oil.

  • Remove the oil pan drain plug.

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12. Using the special tool, compress the front coil springs.

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13. Position a safety stand.

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14. Remove the four engine mount bolts.

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15. NOTE: Do not completely remove the bolts.

Loosen the front subframe bolts.

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16. Lower the front subframe.

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17. NOTE: Be careful when removing the oil pan gasket. It may be reusable. Inspect the oil pan gasket for damage.

Remove the oil pan and gasket.

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    Special Tool(s) Compressor, Coil Spring 204-D001 (D78P-5310-A) Support Bar, Engine 303-290-A Lifting Bracket, Engine 303-D087 (D93P-6001-A1) Liftin ...

    Installation
    1. CAUTION: Do not use metal scrapers, wire brushes, power abrasive discs or other abrasive means to clean the sealing surfaces. These tools cause scratches and gouges which make leak paths. Use a p ...

    Other materials:

    Pulley - CII Pump
    Special Tool(s) Pump Pulley Installer 211-009 (T65P-3A733-C) Pump Pulley Remover 211-016 (T69L-10300-B) Removal 1. Remove the drive belt. 2. Using the special tool, remove the pulley. Installation 1. Using the special tool, instal ...

    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 component servicing. Failure to follow these instructions can re ...

    Wheel Knuckle - Cobra
    Special Tool(s) Front Hub Remover 205-D070 (D93P-1175-B) or Equivalent Steering Arm Remover 211-003 (T64P-9171-A) ...