Ford Mustang (1999-2004) Service Manual: Transmission (Installation)
Material
| Item | Specification |
| DEXRON III (ATF) Transmission Fluid XT-2-QDX or equivalent | DEXRON III |
| Pipe Sealant with Teflon D8AZ-19554-A or equivalent | WSK-M2G350- A2 |
| Premium Long Life Grease XG-1-C, K or T or equivalent | ESA-M1C75-B |
1. NOTE: Before installing the transmission, the ball stud, clutch release lever and the input shaft must be cleaned and lubricated with grease.
Position the transmission to the clutch adapter housing. Install the eight transmission-to-clutch adapter housing bolts.
2. Connect the output shaft speed (OSS) sensor electrical connector.
3. Connect the reverse lamp electrical connector.
4. Connect the wiring harness to the transmission.
5. Connect the clutch release cable to the clutch release fork.
6. Install the clutch release lever cover and bolt.
7. Install the transmission crossmember and the bolts.
8. Remove the transmission jack from the transmission.
9. Connect the heated oxygen sensor (HO2S) electrical connectors to the crossmember.
10. CAUTION: Align the index marks on the driveshaft flange and pinion flange, and the driveshaft slip yoke and transmission output shaft.
Install the driveshaft. For additional information, refer to Section.
11. Fill the transmission to capacity with the specified transmission fluid. Apply sealant to the fill plug threads and install the fill plug.
- The total fill capacity is 3.9L (4.1 qt).
12. Lower the vehicle.
13. Connect the reverse lockout solenoid electrical connector.
14. Install the lower gearshift lever and the bolts.
15. Install the lower gearshift lever boot and the bolts.
16. Install the upper gearshift lever and the bolts.
17. Connect the cigar lighter electrical connector. Install the console panel gearshift plate.
18. Install the gearshift lever knob.
Transmission (Assembly)
Special Tool(s)
Dial Indicator Gauge with
Holding Fixture
100-002 (TOOL-4201-C) or
equivalent
Holding Fixture, Transmission
307-003 (T57L-500-B)
Remover/Inst ...
Exhaust System
Torque Specifications
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Other materials:
Acceleration Control (Diagnosis and Testing)
Inspection and Verification
1. Verify the customer's concern by operating the acceleration control system
to duplicate the
condition.
2. Inspect to determine if any of the following mechanical concerns apply:
Visual Inspection Chart
Mechanical
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Engine (Diagnosis and Testing)
Special Tool(s)
Commercially Available
Leakdown Tester
Quick Disconnect Compression
Tester
134-R0212 or equivalent
Dial Indicator Gauge Adapter
303-007 (TOOL-6565-AB) or
equivalent
Dial Indicator Gauge with
Holdin ...
Starting a gasoline engine
When you start the engine, the idle speed increases, this helps to warm
up the engine. If the engine idle speed does not slow down automatically,
have your vehicle checked by an authorized dealer.
Before starting the engine:
• Make sure all occupants have f ...
