Ford Mustang (1999-2004) Service Manual: Battery, Mounting and Cables
General Specifications

Torque Specifications

- Battery and Cables
- Battery (Diagnosis and Testing)
- Battery Disconnect
- Battery (Removal and Installation)
- Battery Tray
- Battery Cables
Component Tests
Battery-Load Test
1. With the engine running, turn the A/C on, the blower motor on high
speed and the headlamps
on high beam.
2. Increase the engine speed to approximately 2,000 rpm. The vol ...
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 yel ...
Other materials:
Assembly
1. Lubricate the differential side gear thrust washers and the differential
side gear journals, and
assemble the washers to the gears.
Use SAE 80W-90 Premium Rear Axle Lubricant XY-80W90-QL or equivalent
meeting
Ford specification WSP-M2C197-A.
2. Lub ...
Changing a fuse
Fuses
WARNING: Always replace a fuse with one that has the
specified amperage rating. Using a fuse with a higher amperage
rating can cause severe wire damage and could start a fire.
If electrical components in your
vehicle are not working, a fuse may
have blo ...
Pinpoint Tests
The pinpoint tests are a step-by-step diagnostic process designed to
determine the cause of a condition. It may not always be necessary to follow a
pinpoint test to its conclusion. Carry out only the
steps necessary to correct the condition. Then, test the s ...
