Ford Mustang (1999-2004) Service Manual: Torque Converter (Disassembly and Assembly of Subassemblies)
1. A new or remanufactured torque converter must be installed if one or more of the following statements is true:
- A torque converter malfunction has been determined based on complete diagnostic procedures.
- Converter stud or studs, impeller hub or bushing are damaged.
- Discoloration (due to overheating).
- The torque converter is found to be out of specification when carrying out one of the following torque converter checks:
- One-Way Clutch Check
- End Play Check
- Stator to Turbine Interference Check
- Stator to Impeller Interference Check
- Torque Converter Leak Check
- Evidence of transmission assembly or fluid contamination due to the following transmission or converter failure modes:
- Major metallic failure.
- Multiple clutches or clutch plate failures.
- Sufficient component wear which results in metallic contamination.
Assembly
1. NOTE: Lubricate direct clutch piston inner seal and seal protector
with petroleum jelly.
Using the special tool, install the inner piston seal.
Install the seal with sealing lip facing down.
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Torque Converter Cleaning And Inspection
Material
Item
Specification
MERCON V Automatic
Transmission Fluid
XT-5-QM, XT-5-DM
MERCON V
1. If a new torque converter is being installed, continue with Substep 2 of
Step 2.
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Other materials:
Cable Adjustment
1. NOTE: Make sure that the range selector lever is tight
against the rearward overdrive stop.
Place the transmission range selector lever in the overdrive
position.
2. Raise and support the vehicle. For additional information, refer
to Section.
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Instrument Cluster (Removal and Installation)
Removal and Installation
All vehicles
1. CAUTION: Electronic modules are sensitive to electrical
charges. If exposed to
these charges, damage may result.
Disconnect the battery ground cable. For additional information, refer
to Section.
2. Re ...
Pinpoint Test I: LFC 33/DTC B1933 - Passenger Air Bag Circuit Resistance
High
Normal Operation
The restraints control module (RCM) monitors the resistance of the
passenger air bag ignitor by
measuring the resistance between pins 6 and 7. If the RCM detects high
resistance between these
pins, it will store a diagnostic trouble cod ...
