Ford Mustang (1999-2004) Service Manual: Starting System (Diagnosis and Testing)
Refer to Wiring Diagrams Cell 20 , Starting System for schematic and connector information.
Special Tool(s)
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Digital Multimeter 105-R0051 or equivalent |
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 ...
Inspection and Verification
WARNING: When servicing starter motor or carrying out other underhood
work in the
vicinity of the starter motor, be aware that the heavy gauge battery input lead
at the starter
solenoid is "electric ...
Other materials:
Spark Plug
Removal
1. Remove the ignition coil on plug. For additional information, refer to
Ignition Coil-Coil On Plug
in this section.
2. NOTE: Use compressed air to remove any foreign material from the
spark plug well before
removing the spark plugs (12405).
...
Cable and Conduit - Front
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.
Release the cable tension. For additional information, refer to Parking
Brake Cable Tens ...
Transmission (Installation)
Material
Item
Specification
DEXRON III (ATF)
Transmission Fluid
XT-2-QDX or equivalent
DEXRON III
Pipe Sealant with Teflon
D8AZ-19554-A or equivalent
WSK-M2G350-
A2
Premium Long Life Grease
XG-1-C, K or T or equivalent
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