Ford Mustang (1999-2004) Service Manual: Restraints Control Module (RCM)

Special Tool(s)

Diagnostic Tool, Restraint System (2 Req'd) 418-F088 (105-R0012)
Weld Nut Repair - Stripped Weld Nut, Restraints Control Module (RCM)
WARNING: To avoid accidental deployment and possible personal injury, the backup power supply must be depleted before repairing or replacing any front or side air bag supplemental restraint ...

Removal
WARNING: The restraints control module (RCM) orientation is critical for proper system operation. If a vehicle equipped with an air bag supplemental restraint system (SRS) has been involved in a col ...

Other materials:

Assembly
Initial assembly 1. Coat the new differential drive pinion bearing cup(s) with lubricant. Use SAE 75W-140 High Performance Rear Axle Lubricant F1TZ-19580-B or equivalent meeting Ford specification WSL-M2C192-A. 2. Using the special tool, install the diff ...

Inflating your tires
Safe operation of your vehicle requires that your tires are properly inflated. Remember that a tire can lose up to half of its air pressure without appearing flat. Every day before you drive, check your tires. If one looks lower than the others, use a tire ga ...

NVH Condition and Symptom Categories
A good diagnostic process is a logical sequence of steps that lead to the identification of a causal system. Use the condition and symptom categories as follows: Identify the operating condition that the vehicle is exhibiting. Match the operating condition ...