Ford Mustang (1999-2004) Service Manual: System Bleeding
1. If required, remove the hydraulic system from the vehicle. Refer to Hydraulic System, Lift Cylinder and Motor in this section.
2. Remove the fill plug at the end of the hydraulic pump.
3. Fill the pump with Mercon Multi-Purpose Automatic Transmission Fluid XT-2-QDX or equivalent to the bottom of the fill hole and install the fill plug.
4. NOTE: Some noise squeal may be noticed due to the air in the system.
Connect a 12-volt power source to the motor connector and operate the motor until the cylinders are fully extended. Reverse the 12-volt connection to fully retract the cylinders. Repeat this procedure three times.
5. Remove the fill plug and check the fluid level. Fill the pump with MERCON Multi-Purpose Automatic Transmission Fluid XT-2-QDX or equivalent to the bottom of the fill hole.
6. Install a fill plug.
7. Install the hydraulic system in the vehicle. Refer to Hydraulic System, Lift Cylinder and Motor in this section.
Convertible Top (Diagnosis and Testing)
Refer to Wiring Diagrams Cell 103 , for schematic and connector
information.
Special Tool(s)
73 III Automotive Meter
105-R0057 or equivalent
Principles of Operation
The converti ...
Other materials:
Installation
CAUTION: The upper suspension arm and bushing nuts must be tightened
with the
suspension at curb height. Failure to do so can result in bushing failure,
resulting in poor ride
and handling.
NOTE: If installing a new upper suspension arm and bushing, mark the ...
Symptom Chart
NOTE: New speed control diagnostic software is available in Version 12
or higher for the diagnostic
tool. When using this software, it is necessary to use Next Generation Speed
Control Adapter 007-
00586 with the diagnostic tool.
NOTE: Refer to the Wiring Di ...
Transmission Filler Tube
Removal
1. Remove the bolt.
2. Remove the fluid filler tube.
Installation
1. To install, reverse the removal procedure.
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