Ford Mustang (1999-2004) Service Manual: Steering System (Diagnosis and Testing)
Special Tool(s)
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Dial Thermometer 0-220F 023-R0007 or Equivalent |
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Hand Held Automotive Meter 105-R0053 or Equivalent |
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Power Steering Analyzer 211-F001 (014-00207) or Equivalent |
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Spring Scale 211-034 (T74P-3504-Y) |
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Tach Adapter 418-F102 (007-00061) or Equivalent |
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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:
Camshaft Journal - Clearance, Plastigage Method
Special Tool(s)
Plastigage
303-D031 (D81L-6002-B) or
equivalent
NOTE: The camshaft journals must meet specifications before checking
camshaft journal clearance.
1. Remove the camshaft bearing cap and lay Plastigage across the surface. Refer ...
Switch - Horn
Removal
1. Remove the driver side air bag module (043B13). Refer to Section.
2. Remove the switches.
1. Disconnect the horn wire from the switches.
2. Remove the horn switch screws and remove the switches.
Installation
1. To install, reve ...
Moulding - Rocker Panel
Removal
1. Remove the front rocker panel moulding screw.
2. Remove the strip.
3. Remove the rear rocker panel moulding screw.
4. Remove the pin-type retainers and the rocker panel moulding.
Installation
1. To install, reverse the removal procedure. ...






