Ford Mustang (1999-2004) Service Manual: 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 Equivalent
Spring Scale 211-034 (T74P-3504-Y)
Tach Adapter 418-F102 (007-00061) or Equivalent
Tie-Rod End Remover Tool 211-001 (TOOL-3290-D) or Equivalent
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 ...

Inspection and Verification
CAUTION: Do not hold the steering wheel (3600) at the stops for an extended amount of time. Damage to the power steering pump (3A674) will result. NOTE: Make the following preliminary checks before ...

Other materials:

Vehicle identification number
The vehicle identification number is located on the driver’s side instrument panel. Please note that in the graphic, XXXX is representative of your vehicle identification number. The Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) contains the following information: ...

Camber and Caster Adjustment - Front
All vehicles 1. Remove the rivet. Loosen the nuts and bolt. Vehicles requiring camber adjustment 2. Move the front suspension camber adjusting plate (3B391) to the required camber setting. Vehicles requiring caster adjustment 3. NOTE: If caster adjustment ...

Inspection and Verification
1. Verify the customer concern by operating the system. 2. Visually inspect for obvious signs of mechanical or electrical damage. Visual Inspection Chart Mechanical Electrical Power window regulator Window run weatherstrip Do ...