Ford Mustang (1999-2004) Service Manual: 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 springs.
1. Position the springs.
2. Raise the subframe using the special tool 014-00765.
3. Install new bolts.
4. Remove and discard the subframe front bolts.
5. Install new bolts and nuts. Tighten the bolts.
6. Remove the special tool 014-00765.
7. Support the lower suspension arm and bushings with jack stands.
8. CAUTION: Make sure the hardened washer is installed between the lower suspension arm and bushing and the shock absorber. Failure to do so can result in damage and failure of the lower suspension arm and bushing.
Connect the shock absorbers to the lower suspension arm and bushing and install new bolts and nuts.
9. Clip the ABS sensor wires to the subframe.
10. Install the ABS sensors and the bolts.
11. Connect the rear brake lines and install the bolts.
12. Connect the parking brake cable and conduits to the lower suspension arm and bushings and install the bolts.
13. Connect the parking brake cable and conduits to the knuckles.
14. Connect the parking brake cable and conduits to the rear brake calipers and install the clips.
15. Connect the parking brake cable and conduit to the parking brake levers.
16. Install the driveshaft.
17. Install both mufflers.
18. Install both wheel and tire assemblies.
19. Remove the jack stand from the No. 1 crossmember.
20. Bleed the brake system.
21. Check wheel alignment. Adjust if necessary.
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 ...
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. ...
Other materials:
Switch - Traction Control
Removal and Installation
1. NOTE: If the vehicle is equipped with an automatic
transmission, position the shift lever in the 1
position before detaching the floor console finish panel.
Lifting from both sides, detach the floor console finish panel.
...
Heated Window Grid Wire Repair
Material
Item
Specification
Dark Walnut Metallic Acrylic
Lacquer Touch-up Paint
ALBZ-19500-5858A or
equivalent
ESR-M2-P100-
C
Rear Window Defroster Repair
D8AZ-19562-AA or equivalent
WSB-M4J58-B
1. NOTE: A single break or an ...
Water Pump
Removal and Installation
1. Disconnect the battery ground cable.
2. Drain the coolant. For additional information, refer to Supercharger Cooling
System Draining,
Filling and Bleeding in this section.
3. Remove the retainer and position the inner fender well ...