Ford Mustang (1999-2004) Service Manual: Tracer Dye Leak Detection
Special Tool(s)
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120 Watt 110 Volt UV Lamp 20C 164-R0721 or equivalent |
NOTE: Ford Motor Company vehicles are produced with a permanent leak tracer dye incorporated into the A/C system. The location of leaks can be pinpointed by the bright yellow-green glow of the tracer dye. Since more than one leak can exist, always inspect each component.
1. Check for leaks using a 120 Watt UV spot lamp.
- Scan all components, fittings and lines of the A/C system.
2. After the leak is repaired, remove any traces of tracer dye with a general purpose oil solvent.
3. Verify the repair by operating the system for a short time and inspect with the UV spot lamp.
Electronic Leak Detection
Special Tool(s)
H10PM Refrigerant Leak
Detector With Battery
216-00001 or equivalent
CAUTION: Good ventilation is necessary in the area where electronic A/C
leak testing is to
be ca ...
Air Conditioning (A/C) System Flushing
Special Tool(s)
A/C Flush and Purge Machine
219-00022 (part of 219-00023)
or equivalent
A/C Flush and Purge Fitting Kit
219-00024 (part of 219-00023)
or equivalent
WA ...
Other materials:
Removal
CAUTION: Suspension fasteners are critical parts because they affect
performance of vital
components and systems and their failure can result in major service expense. A
new part with
the same part number must be installed if installation becomes necessary. ...
Contaminated Refrigerant Handling
1. CAUTION: If contaminated refrigerant is detected, DO NOT recover the
refrigerant
into your recovery/recycling equipment.
Recover the contaminated refrigerant using suitable recovery-only equipment
designed for
capturing and storing contaminated refrigeran ...
Pinpoint Tests
PINPOINT TEST A: NO COMMUNICATION WITH THE INSTRUMENT
CLUSTER
Test Step
Result / Action to Take
A1 CHECK THE BATTERY POWER SUPPLY TO THE INSTRUMENT
CLUSTER
YesGO to A2 .
No
REPAIR the circuit.
TEST the system
for normal
operation.
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