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)

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:

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 ...

Reservoir
Removal 1. Remove the LF wheel and tire. Refer to Section. 2. Position the front portion of the LF inner splash shield aside. 3. WARNING: Windshield washer solution contains methanol, which is poisonous. Observe all cautions and warnings indicate ...

Key Release Button
Removal 1. Disconnect the battery ground cable. 2. Remove the ignition switch lock cylinder. 1. Insert the ignition key into the ignition switch lock cylinder and turn to RUN position. 2. Push the ignition switch lock cylinder release tab with a p ...