Ford Mustang (1999-2004) Service Manual: Transmission Support Crossmember
Removal and Installation
1. Raise and support the vehicle. For additional information, refer to Section.
2. Support the transmission with a suitable transmission jack.
3. Remove the crossmember.
1. Disconnect the HO2S sensors and position them aside.
2. Remove the bolts from the crossmember to the extension housing.
3. Remove the bolts from the crossmember to the body and remove the crossmember.
4. To install, reverse the removal procedure.
2-3 Accumulator
Removal
1. Remove the main control valve body. For additional information, refer to
Main Control Valve
Body in this section.
2. Remove the 2-3 accumulator piston retainer.
3. Remove the accumulato ...
Transmission (REMOVAL)
Special Tool(s)
Retainer, Torque Converter
307-346 (T97T-7902-A)
CAUTION: Whenever a transmission has been disassembled to install new
parts the
transmission fluid cooler tubes must b ...
Other materials:
Retractor - Rear Seat Safety Belt, Convertible
Special Tool(s)
Torx Bit, Safety Belt Bolt
501-010 (T77L-2100-A)
Removal
1. Remove the rear seat cushion.
2. Remove the luggage compartment front lining board (45444).
3. Release the safety belt guide.
4. Using the special tool, remove the ...
Connecting Rod - Side Clearance
1. Measure the clearance between the connecting rod and the crankshaft.
Verify the measurement
is within specification.
Refer to the appropriate section in Group for the procedure.
If out of specification, install new components as necessary. Refer
...
Component Tests
Idle Air Control (IAC) Valve
1. Open the hood.
2. NOTE: Key symptom is elevated idle speed while noise is occurring.
NOTE: "Snapping" the throttle can induce the noise.
Verify the condition by operating the vehicle for a short time.
3. Inspect the IAC valv ...
