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:

Disassembly
1. Remove the driveshaft (4602). For additional information, refer to Driveshaft in this section. 2. CAUTION: Under no circumstances is the driveshaft assembly to be clamped in the jaws of a vise or similar holding fixture. Denting or localizing fracture ca ...

Valve Tappets
Material Removal CAUTION: If removing more than one valve tappet, mark the components removed for correct location. 1. Remove the lower intake manifold. For additional information, refer to Lower Intake Manifold in this section. 2. Remove the push r ...

Belt Minder Deactivating/Activating
Preparation 1. Before deactivating/activating the belt minder, set the parking brake. 2. Place the gearshift in P (Park) (automatic transmission) or the neutral position (manual transmission). 3. Place the ignition switch in the OFF position. ...