Ford Mustang (1999-2004) Service Manual: Torque Converter Leak Check
Special Tool(s)
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Leak Tester, Torque Converter 307-421 |
1. Clean the outside surface of the torque converter.
2. Install the special tool into the converter hub.
3. WARNING: Always follow correct safety procedures while using press. Failure to follow these instructions may result in personal injury.
Install the torque converter with the installed special tool into the arbor press.
Secure the press, apply enough force to seal the tool into the torque converter.
4. NOTE: Use clean dry shop air.
Apply air pressure to the valve on the special tool.
5. With air pressure applied to the valve, inspect for leaks at the converter hub, seams, drain plug and studs. A soap bubble solution may be applied around these areas to aid in diagnosis. If a leak is found around the drain plug, install a new drain plug and recheck the torque converter. If any other leaks are present, install a new or remanufactured torque converter.
6. Remove the air hose. Release pressure and then slowly release the press. Remove the torque converter. Remove the special tool.
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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Torque Converter Impeller to Pump Stator Interference
Check
1. NOTE: Front pump support may remain in front pump support and gear
during this test.
Position the front pump support with the splines up.
2. Mount the torque converter on the front pump support wi ...
Other materials:
Inspection and Verification
1. The keyless entry system is a generic electronic module (GEM).
2. Verify the customer concern by using the remote transmitters to
operate the keyless entry
system.
3. Visually inspect for the following obvious signs of mechanical and
electrica ...
Motor - Windshield Wiper
Removal
CAUTION: The internal permanent magnets used in the windshield
wiper motor are made
of a glass-like material. To avoid damaging the magnets, do not strike
the motor with a hammer
or any other object.
NOTE: The windshield wiper motor is n ...
Generator - 3.8L
Removal and Installation
1. Disconnect the battery (10655). For additional information, refer
to Section.
2. Relieve the accessory drive belt (8620) tension and remove the belt
from the generator pulley.
Leave the belt in place for reinstallation ...
