Ford Mustang (1999-2004) Service Manual: Steering System (Description and Operation)
The steering system has a typical rack-and-pinion design consisting of the following:
Steering System Components - 3.8L Engine (CII Power Steering Pump)
Steering System Components - 4.6L Engine (CIII Power Steering Pump)
Steering System - General Information
General Specifications
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Steering System (Diagnosis and Testing)
Special Tool(s)
Dial Thermometer 0-220F
023-R0007 or Equivalent
Hand Held Automotive Meter
105-R0053 or Equivalent
Power Steering Analyzer
211-F001 (014-00207) or
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Other materials:
Removal
1. Disconnect the battery ground cable.
2. Remove the air cleaner outlet pipe.
3. Remove the radiator sight shield.
4. Remove the coolant recovery reservoir.
1. Disconnect the hose.
2. Remove the bolts.
3. Remove the coolant recovery reservoir ...
Synchronizers
Disassembly and Assembly
NOTE: This procedure applies to all synchronizer assemblies.
1. Scribe an alignment mark on the sliding sleeve and the hub for assembly
reference.
2. Remove the sliding sleeve, then remove the synchronizer struts and the
springs.
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Assembly
1. Lubricate all components with the recommended transmission fluid when
reassembling.
2. Using the special tools, press the output shaft front bearing on the output
shaft.
3. Install the third gear bearing.
Apply petroleum jelly to the bearing.
4. I ...
