Ford Mustang (2005-2014) Owners Manual: Using the boot
Installing the Boot
WARNING: Always secure the retaining clips and boot straps on the vehicle or the boot may come loose while driving.
Note: Be sure the boot is secure on the vehicle before driving. Improper installation can result in loss or damage of the boot.
1. Install the boot on the vehicle by hooking the boot retaining clips on
the back panel.
2. Install the boot on the right side tucking in the front part of the boot
in the quarter panel and hooking the retaining clip on the side.
3. Install the boot on the left side tucking in the front part of the boot in
the quarter panel and hooking the retaining clip on the side.
4. Tuck the boot corners behind the shoulder belts.
5. Secure the boot straps on the rear seat hooks behind the rear seat.
Removing the Boot
1. Unhook the boot straps from the rear seat hooks.
2. Push the boot down unhooking the boot retaining clips.
3. Lift the boot off the vehicle.
Storing the Boot
1. Position the boot right-side up and fold each side of the boot inward.
2. Turn the boot upside down and fold the left side of the boot inward.
3. Fold the right side inward and secure the boot with the strap.
Stow the boot in the trunk.
Opening the convertible top
Note: Do not store articles behind rear seat. Articles stored in the
convertible top stowage compartment may break the rear glass window
when the top is opened.
Note: Opening the convertible top when ...
Closing the convertible top
Note: The convertible top will not operate unless the vehicle is
stationary or traveling under 3 mph (5 kmh).
Note: Make sure that the latch handles are pulled down and in the fully
opened position b ...
Other materials:
Final disassembly
32. If not done previously, remove the bolts.
33. CAUTION: Do not damage the bolt hole threads.
If not done previously, insert a punch in the bolt holes and drive off the
differential ring gear.
34. Using the special tools, remove the differential bearin ...
Connecting Rod - Twist
1. Measure the connecting rod twist on a suitable alignment fixture.
Follow the instructions of the
fixture manufacturer. Verify the measurement is within specification.
Refer to the appropriate section in Group for the procedure.
If out of specificat ...
Cleaning
1. Fabricate a cleaning tool from a 1/8 inch diameter brazing rod.
2. Cut an abrasive pad from maroon colored 3M Scotch Brite with the
dimensions corresponding
to the coupling size.
3. Assemble the pad to the tool.
4. Coat the abrasive pad with PAG Refri ...
