Ford Mustang (1999-2004) Service Manual: Acceleration Control (Description and Operation)
Component Locations


The throttle is controlled by the accelerator cable which is connected to the accelerator pedal and shaft.
- The accelerator pedal and shaft should travel smoothly from the idle to the wide-open throttle (WOT) positions. Hesitation on return or prevention of return to the idle position must not occur.
- Surrounding components such as wiring, hoses, sound insulator and floor covering must not contact the sliding inner member of the accelerator cable or the accelerator pedal and shaft.
- The sliding inner member of the accelerator cable should not be lubricated and is not serviceable.
Acceleration Control (Diagnosis and Testing)
Inspection and Verification
1. Verify the customer's concern by operating the acceleration control system
to duplicate the
condition.
2. Inspect to determine if any of the following mechanical conce ...
Other materials:
Booster seats
WARNING: Never place, or allow a child to place, the shoulder
belt under a child’s arm or behind the back because it reduces
the protection for the upper part of the body and may increase the risk
of injury or death in a crash.
Use a belt-positioning booster ...
Steering Column Switches (Diagnosis and Testing)
Refer to Wiring Diagrams Cell 13 , Power Distribution for schematic and
connector information.
Refer to Wiring Diagrams Cell 81 , Interval Wiper/Washer for schematic and
connector information.
Refer to Wiring Diagrams Cell 85 , Headlamps for schematic and co ...
Refrigerant System Tests
Special Tool(s)
R-134a Manifold Gauge Set
176-R032A or equivalent
1. Connect the R-134a Manifold Gauge Set. For additional information, refer
to Manifold Gauge
Set Connection in this section.
2. Adjust the climate controls for maximum cooling ...

