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:
Inspection and Verification
1. Verify the customer's concern by operating the active restraint system to
duplicate the condition.
2. Inspect to determine if any of the following mechanical or electrical
concerns apply:
Visual Inspection Chart
Mechanical
Electrical
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Radiator
Removal and Installation
1. Drain the coolant. For additional information, refer to Supercharger
Cooling System Draining,
Filling and Bleeding in this section.
2. NOTE: RH is shown LH is similar.
Disconnect the two coolant hoses.
3. Remove the bolts an ...
Installation
1. Overlay the new rear window glass assembly over the old rear
window glass assembly and
transpose the markings with a grease pencil.
2. Center the V-notch on the new rear window glass assembly to the
center mark on the top of the
number four bow ...
