Ford Mustang (1999-2004) Service Manual: Starting System
General Specifications

Torque Specifications

- Starting System (Description and Operation)
- Starting System (Diagnosis and Testing)
- Starter Drive and Flywheel Ring Gear Inspection
- Relay Switch
- Starter Motor - 3.8L
- Starter Motor - 4.6L
Supercharger Belt Idler Pulley
Removal and Installation
1. Remove the supercharger drive belt cover.
2. Rotate the supercharger belt tensioner clockwise and remove the
supercharger belt.
3. Remove the bolt and the supercharger ...
Starting System (Description and Operation)
Starter Motor
The starter motor is a 12-volt unit that has the starter solenoid mounted on
the drive end housing and
functions as follows:
The current flows through the solenoid energizing coil unt ...
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 ...
Inspection and Verification
1. Verify the customer concern by operating the wiper/washer system.
2. Visually inspect for obvious signs of mechanical and electrical
damage.
Visual Inspection Chart
Mechanical
Electrical
Hoses to windshield washer pump
Wiper l ...
Component Tests
Ball Joint Inspection
1. Raise and support the vehicle.
2. Prior to performing any inspection of the ball joints, inspect the wheel
bearings.
3. Position a safety stand beneath the front suspension lower arm (3079) to be
tested.
4. While an assistant pul ...
