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:
Engine (Disassembly)
Special Tool(s)
Impact Slide Hammer
100-001 (T50T-100-A)
Remover, Crankshaft Vibration
Damper
303-009 (T58P-6316-D)
Holding Tool, Crankshaft
303-448 (T93P-6303-A)
Guides, Connecting Rod
303-442 (T93P- ...
Cabin air filter
Note: Make sure you have a cabin air filter installed at all times.
This
prevents foreign objects from entering the system. Running the system
without a filter in place could result in degradation or damage to the
system.
Your vehicle is equipped with a cabi ...
Steering Column (Description and Operation)
NOTE: All fasteners are important because they can affect the
performance of vital parts and systems.
Incorrect installation of the fasteners can result in major repair expenses.
They must be installed new
with fasteners of the same part number ...

