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
Equ ...
Other materials:
Removal
1. Remove the differential assembly from the differential housing. For
additional information, refer
to Differential Case in this section.
2. CAUTION: Record the torque necessary to maintain rotation of the drive
pinion gear
through several revolutions prio ...
Air filter check
WARNING: To reduce the risk of vehicle damage and or
personal burn injuries, do not start your engine with the air
cleaner removed and do not remove it while the engine is running.
Note: Failure to use the correct air filter element may result in
severe
engin ...
Disassembly
1. WARNING: To avoid risk of serious personal injury, follow all
warnings, cautions,
notes and instructions in the driver air bag removal and installation procedure.
Remove the steering column (3C529). For additional information, refer to Column
in this
s ...