Ford Mustang (1999-2004) Service Manual: Steering System (Diagnosis and Testing)
Special Tool(s)
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Dial Thermometer 0-220F 023-R0007 or Equivalent |
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Hand Held Automotive Meter 105-R0053 or Equivalent |
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Power Steering Analyzer 211-F001 (014-00207) or Equivalent |
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Spring Scale 211-034 (T74P-3504-Y) |
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Tach Adapter 418-F102 (007-00061) or Equivalent |
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Tie-Rod End Remover Tool 211-001 (TOOL-3290-D) or Equivalent |
Steering System (Description and Operation)
The steering system has a typical rack-and-pinion design consisting of the
following:
Steering System Components - 3.8L Engine (CII Power Steering
Pump)
Steering System Components - 4.6L ...
Inspection and Verification
CAUTION: Do not hold the steering wheel (3600) at the stops for an
extended amount of
time. Damage to the power steering pump (3A674) will result.
NOTE: Make the following preliminary checks before ...
Other materials:
Disc Check
Special Tool(s)
Brake/Automobile Brake Drum
System with Vacuum
164-R3622 or equivalent
Dial Indicator/Magnetic Base
100-D002 (D78P-4201-B) or
equivalent
WARNING: Dust and dirt present on wheel brake and clutch assemblies may
...
Component Tests
Engine Oil Leaks
NOTE: When diagnosing engine oil leaks, the source and location of
the leak must be positively
identified prior to repair.
Prior to carrying out this procedure, clean all sealing surface areas with a
suitable solvent to remove all
tra ...
Utilizing the mediation or arbitration program
(Canada only)
This pertains to vehicles delivered to authorized Canadian dealers.
In those cases, where you continue to feel that the efforts by Ford of
Canada and the authorized dealer to resolve a factory-related vehicle
service concern have been unsatisfactory, Ford of ...
