Ford Mustang (1999-2004) Service Manual: Fuel Filter

Removal

WARNING: Fuel supply lines on all vehicles equipped with fuel injected engines will remain pressurized for long periods of time after engine shutdown. Fuel system pressure must be relieved prior to fuel system service to prevent possible personal injury or a fire hazard.

1. Disconnect the battery. For additional information, refer to Section.

2. Relieve the fuel system pressure. For additional information, refer to Section .

3. Raise the vehicle. For additional information, refer to Section.

4. Disconnect the filter push connect fittings. For additional information, refer to Section.

5. Unsnap the filter from the bracket and remove.

Fuel Filter

Installation

1. To install, reverse the removal procedure.

 

Inertia Fuel Shutoff (IFS) Switch

Removal

1. Disconnect the battery. For additional information, refer to Section.

2. Open the luggage compartment.

3. Remove the inertia fuel shutoff (IFS) switch electrical connector and screws and remove the switch.

Inertia Fuel Shutoff (IFS) Switch

Installation

1. To install, reverse the removal procedure.

 

    Fuel Tank Filler Pipe
    Removal 1. Remove the fuel tank. For additional information, refer to Fuel Tank in this section. 2. Remove the bolts from the filler pipe housing. 3. Remove the bolts from the filler pipe rubber b ...

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    Exceptions To Normal Schedule
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    Transmission (REMOVAL)
    Special Tool(s) Retainer, Torque Converter 307-346 (T97T-7902-A) CAUTION: Whenever a transmission has been disassembled to install new parts the transmission fluid cooler tubes must be cleaned and backflushed. Use a suitable torque converter/ ...

    Fuel Injectors
    Removal WARNING: Do not smoke or carry lighted tobacco or open flame of any type when working on or near any fuel related components. Highly flammable mixtures are always present and can ignite. Failure to follow these instructions can result in personal in ...