Ford Mustang (1999-2004) Service Manual: Removal
1. Disconnect the battery ground cable. For additional information, refer to Section.
2. Remove the transmission.
3. Remove the air intake scoop. For additional information, refer to Section.
4. Remove the air cleaner outlet tube. For additional information, refer to Section.
5. Remove the radiator sight shield.
6. Remove the manifold and tube assembly-accumulator to compressor, 4.6L. For additional information, refer to Section.
7. Remove the A/C line. For additional information, refer to Section.
8. Install the special tools.
9. Install the special tool.
10. Raise the vehicle on a hoist. For additional information, refer to Section.
11. Remove the two engine mount nuts.
12. Lower the vehicle.
13. Using the special tool, raise the engine.
14. Raise the vehicle on a hoist.
15. Remove the oil pan drain plug and drain the engine oil.
16. Using the special tool, compress the front coil springs.
17. Position a safety stand.
18. Remove the four bolts.
19. NOTE: Do not completely remove the bolts.
Loosen the bolts.
20. Lower the front sub-frame.
21. Remove the sub-frame brace.
22. Remove the starter wiring harness nuts and position the wiring harness out of the way.
23. NOTE: Be careful when removing the oil pan gasket. It is reusable.
Remove the oil pan and gasket.
- Inspect the oil pan gasket for damage.
Oil Pan
Special Tool(s)
Compressor, Coil Spring
204-D001 (D78P-5310-A)
Lifting Bracket, Engine
303-D088 (D93P-6001-A2)
3-Bar Engine Support Kit
303-F072
Materia ...
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:
General Information
INTRODUCTION
In the past, when cars were simpler, diagrams were simpler. All components
were connected by wires, and
diagrams seldom exceeded 4 pages in length. Today, some wiring diagrams require
more than 16 pages. It
would be impractical to expect a servi ...
Bezel
Removal
1. Remove the shifter top control panel.
2. Disconnect the electrical connectors.
3. Remove the shifter bezel.
4. Remove the bulb from the bezel.
5. Disconnect the connector.
6. CAUTION: Extra force may be needed to lift up on the handle. Do not ...
Special Operating Condition Requirements
When towing a trailer or using a camper or car-top carrier:
Change engine oil and install a new oil filter every 4,800 km (3,000
miles) or 3 months.
Change transfer case fluid every 96,000 km (60,000 miles).
Change manual transmission fluid as required.
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