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:
Reservoir
Removal
WARNING: Brake fluid contains polyglycol ethers and polyglycols.
Avoid contact with
eyes. Wash hands thoroughly after handling. If brake fluid contacts eyes,
flush eyes with
running water for 15 minutes. Get medical attention if irritation persi ...
Transmission Drive Cycle Test
NOTE: Always drive the vehicle in a safe manner according to driving
conditions and obey all traffic
laws.
NOTE: The Transmission Drive Cycle Test must be followed exactly.
Malfunctions must occur four
times consecutively for shift error DTC code to be set, ...
Load Carrying
LOAD LIMIT
Vehicle Loading – With and Without a Trailer
Vehicle Loading – With and Without a Trailer
This section will guide you in the proper loading of your vehicle and/or
trailer, to keep your loaded vehicle weight within its design rating
capability, w ...
