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.

5. Using the special tools, support the engine.

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

7. Remove the two engine mount nuts.

8. Lower the vehicle.

9. Using the special tool, raise the engine.

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

11. Drain the engine oil.

• Remove the oil pan drain plug.

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

13. Position a safety stand.

14. Remove the four engine mount bolts.

15. NOTE: Do not completely remove the bolts.

Loosen the front subframe bolts.

16. Lower the front subframe.

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.