Ford Mustang (1999-2004) Service Manual: Battery and Cables
Vehicles are equipped with a 12 volt maintenance-free battery that contains a built-in hydrometer. The hydrometer eye indication is as follows:
- A green dot means the battery is OK.
- A yellow dot, red dot, or when the green dot is not visible, means the battery needs to be charged.
WARNING: Batteries normally produce explosive gases which can cause personal injury.
Therefore, do not allow flames, sparks or lighted substances to come near the battery. When charging or working near a battery, always shield your face and protect your eyes. Always provide ventilation.
WARNING: When lifting a battery, excessive pressure on the end walls could cause acid to leak out through the vent caps, resulting in personal injury, damage to the vehicle or the battery.
WARNING: Keep out of the reach of children. Batteries contain sulfuric acid. Avoid contact with skin, eyes, or clothing. Also, shield your eyes when working near the battery to protect against possible splashing of the acid solution. In case of acid contact with skin or eyes, flush immediately with water for a minimum of 15 minutes and get prompt medical attention. If acid is swallowed, call a physician immediately.
Ford Motor Company strongly recommends that lead-acid batteries be returned to an authorized recycling facility for disposal.
Battery, Mounting and Cables
General Specifications
Torque Specifications
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Battery (Diagnosis and Testing)
Special Tool(s)
Micro 490 Digital Battery
Analyzer
162-00004
Inspection and Verification
1. Verify the customer concern by operating the system.
2. Visually inspect for obvious ...
Other materials:
Extension Housing Seal and Gasket
Special Tool(s)
Slide Hammer
100-001 (T50T-100-A)
Installer, Transmission
Extension Housing Fluid Seal
308-002 (T61L-7657-A)
Remover, Transmission Fluid
Seal
307-048 (T74P-77248-A)
Removal
1. Drain the transmiss ...
Anti-theft system
The active anti-theft system is designed to warn you in the event of
unauthorized vehicle entry and is also designed to help prevent
unwanted towing of the vehicle.
You can choose what is monitored by arming the system in different
ways.
Partial Monitor Mode
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Assembly
Initial assembly
1. Coat the new differential drive pinion bearing cup(s) with lubricant.
Use SAE 75W-140 High Performance Rear Axle Lubricant F1TZ-19580-B or
equivalent
meeting Ford specification WSL-M2C192-A.
2. Using the special tool, install the diff ...
