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:

Driving through water
WARNING: Drive through water in an emergency only, and not as part of normal driving. WARNING: Engine damage can occur if water enters the air filter. Note: Driving through deep water may allow water into the transmission or air intake and can cause internal v ...

Installation
1. Position the side rail and install the bolts. 2. NOTE: Tighten the bottom bolt first. Connect the mounting bracket and install the bolts. 3. NOTE: Line up the marks in the number four bow. Tighten the bolt. 4. Connect the number two and number three ...

Removal
1. Remove the rear exterior trim mouldings. 2. Remove the clips 3. Remove the 13 Torx screws and the seal compression panel. 4. Remove the staples. 5. Remove the staples from the number one bow. 6. Remove the rear rail weatherstrip retainers from ea ...