Ford Mustang (1999-2004) Service Manual: Shock Absorber
Removal
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 result in personal injury.
CAUTION: Suspension fasteners are critical parts because they affect performance of vital components and systems and their failure can result in major service expense. A new part with the same part number must be installed if installation becomes necessary. If substitution is necessary, the part must be of the same finish and property class. Torque values must be used as specified during reassembly to make sure of correct retention of these parts.
CAUTION: When using a hoist that lifts the vehicle by the frame, install new shock absorbers one at a time.
1. Open the luggage compartment lid. Position the carpet out of the way.
2. Remove and discard the retaining nut, washer and insulator assembly.
3. Raise the vehicle.
4. Remove the shock absorber (18125).
1. Remove and discard the bolt and nut.
2. Remove the shock absorber.
Installation
1. Correctly prime the new shock absorber.
2. Install a new washer and insulator on the shock absorber.
3. Position the shock absorber and install a new bolt and a new nut.
4. NOTE: When using a hoist that lifts the vehicle by the frame, have an assistant guide the shock absorber into the body while lowering the hoist.
Lower the vehicle.
5. Install a new insulator, washer and nut.
6. Position the carpet and close the luggage compartment lid.
Installation
1. NOTE: Inspect the spring insulators for wear or damage. Install new
spring insulators if
necessary.
Make sure the spring insulators are correctly installed on the springs.
2. Install the spring ...
Damper
Removal
CAUTION: Suspension fasteners are critical parts because they affect
performance of vital
components and systems and their failure can result in major service expense. A
new part with
the sa ...
Other materials:
Clutch (Description and Operation)
The primary function of the clutch is to couple and uncouple engine power
to the transmission upon
driver command.
The clutch is a single plate, dry friction clutch disc. The clutch
disc has a splined hub (with
integral torsional dampening springs ...
Troubleshooting
Your SYNC system is easy to use. However, should questions arise, see
the tables below.
Use the website at any time to check your phone’s compatibility,
register your account and set preferences as well as access a
customer representative via an online chat ...
Inspection and Verification
CAUTION: Do not hold the steering wheel (3600) at the stops for an
extended amount of
time. Damage to the power steering pump (3A674) will result.
NOTE: Make the following preliminary checks before repairing the
steering system:
1. Verify the customer conce ...
