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:
Air Bag Disposal - Passenger, Undeployed, Scrapped
Vehicle
Remote Deployment
WARNING: Always wear safety glasses when repairing an air bag
supplemental restraint
system (SRS) vehicle and when handling an air bag module or safety belt
retractor/pretensioner assembly. This will reduce the risk of injury in
t ...
Fuel consumption
Filling the Tank
The advertised capacity is the indicated capacity and the empty reserve
combined. Indicated capacity is the difference in the amount of fuel in a
full tank and a tank when the fuel gauge indicates empty. Empty reserve
is the amount of fuel in ...
Removal
1. Drain the engine cooling system.
2. Remove the air cleaner outlet tube.
3. Disconnect the fuel line.
4. Disconnect the upper radiator hose from the water outlet connector.
5. Disconnect and remove the upper radiator hose.
6. Disconnect the acce ...
