Ford Mustang (1999-2004) Service Manual: Torque Converter Leak Check
Special Tool(s)
Leak Tester, Torque Converter 307-421 |
1. Clean the outside surface of the torque converter.
2. Install the special tool into the converter hub.
3. WARNING: Always follow correct safety procedures while using press. Failure to follow these instructions may result in personal injury.
Install the torque converter with the installed special tool into the arbor press.
Secure the press, apply enough force to seal the tool into the torque converter.
4. NOTE: Use clean dry shop air.
Apply air pressure to the valve on the special tool.
5. With air pressure applied to the valve, inspect for leaks at the converter hub, seams, drain plug and studs. A soap bubble solution may be applied around these areas to aid in diagnosis. If a leak is found around the drain plug, install a new drain plug and recheck the torque converter. If any other leaks are present, install a new or remanufactured torque converter.
6. Remove the air hose. Release pressure and then slowly release the press. Remove the torque converter. Remove the special tool.
Torque Converter Cleaning And Inspection
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Air Cleaner Element - 4.6L (2V)
Removal and Installation
1. Remove the air cleaner outlet tube (9B659). For additional
information, refer to Air Cleaner
Outlet Pipe-4.6L (2V) in this section.
2. Remove the mass air flow (MAF) assembly.
1. Release the clip.
2. Remove the MAF sens ...
Evaporative Emission Canister
Removal and Installation
1. WARNING: The evaporative emission system contains fuel vapor
and condensed
fuel vapor. Although not in large quantities, it still presents the
danger of explosion or
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Front Seat Backrest
Removal and Installation
All vehicles
1. Remove the seat. For additional information, refer to Seat-Front Power
in this section.
2. Remove the front seat backrest latch. For additional information, refer
to Latch-Front Seat
Backrest in this section.
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