Ford Mustang (1999-2004) Service Manual: Spring

Special Tool(s)

Tie-Rod End Remover 211-001 (TOOL-3290-D) or Equivalent
Coil Spring Compressor 204-D001 (D78P-5310-A) or Equivalent
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. ...

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 same part ...

Other materials:

Assembly
1. Lubricate the differential side gear thrust washers and the differential side gear journals, and assemble the washers to the gears. Use SAE 75W-140 High Performance Rear Axle Lubricant F1TZ-19580-B or equivalent meeting Ford specification WSL-M2C192-A ...

Parking Brake Control
Removal 1. CAUTION: If any component in the parking brake system requires repair or if the rear axle housing (4010) is removed, the cable tension must be released. Place the parking brake control (2780) in the released position. 2. Remove the console. 3. ...

Crash sensors and airbag indicator
WARNING: Modifying or adding equipment to the front end of your vehicle (including frame, bumper, front end body structure and tow hooks) may affect the performance of the airbag system, increasing the risk of injury. Do not modify the front end of your vehicl ...