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:
Anti-Theft - Passive Anti-Theft System (PATS) (Description and Operation)
The passive anti-theft system (PATS) contains the following components:
theft indicator
encoded ignition key
transceiver module
instrument cluster
powertrain control module (PCM)
standard corporate protocol (SCP) communication network
The PATS uses rad ...
Transmission fluid check
Checking Automatic Transmission Fluid
Note: Transmission fluid should be checked and, if required, added by
an authorized dealer.
The automatic transmission does not have a transmission fluid dipstick.
See your Scheduled Maintenance Information for scheduled ...
Assembly
1. NOTE: One tab that locks the reverse clutch drum into the reverse
sun shell may be removed.
This is done for balancing purposes.
Inspect the clutch cylinder thrust surfaces, piston bore and clutch plate
serrations for scores or
burrs. Minor scores or bu ...






