Ford Mustang (1999-2004) Service Manual: Starting System (Diagnosis and Testing)

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 ...

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Engine (Assembly)
Special Tool(s) Guides, Connecting Rod 303-442 (T93P-6136-A) Installer, Crankshaft Rear Oil Seal 303-518 (T95P-6701-DH) Installer, Crankshaft Rear Oil Seal 303-516 (T95P-6701-BH) Installer, Crankshaft Re ...

Piston Inspection
Special Tool(s) Scraper, Piston Ring Groove 303-D033 (D81L-6002-D) or equivalent CAUTION: Do not use a caustic cleaning solution or a wire brush to clean the pistons or damage can occur. 1. Clean and inspect the (1) ring lands, (2) skirts, ...

Electronic Vibration Analyzer (EVA)
The EVA is a hand-held electronic diagnostic tool which will assist in locating the source of unacceptable vibrations. The vibration sensor can be remotely mounted anywhere in the vehicle for testing purposes. The unit displays the three most common vibratio ...