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:

Electronic compass
The compass heading displays in the center-integrated display. Note: Driving near large buildings, bridges, power lines and powerful broadcast antenna may affect the compass reading. Magnetic or metallic objects placed in, on or near your vehicle may also aff ...

Fuel Charging Wiring Harness
Removal and Installation WARNING: Do not smoke or carry lighted tobacco or open flame of any type when working on or near any fuel related components. Highly flammable mixtures are always present and can ignite. Failure to follow these instructions can resul ...

Engine coolant check
Checking the Engine Coolant The concentration and level of engine coolant should be checked at the intervals listed in Scheduled Maintenance Information. Note: Make sure that the level is at the FULL COLD level or within the COLD FILL RANGE in the coolant res ...