Ford Mustang (1999-2004) Service Manual: Inspection and Verification

1. Verify the customer concern by operating the engine to duplicate the condition.

2. Visually inspect for obvious signs of mechanical damage. Refer to the following chart.

Visual Inspection Chart

Mechanical

  • Engine coolant leaks
  • Engine oil leaks
  • Fuel leaks
  • Damaged or severely worn parts
  • Loose mounting bolts, studs and nuts

3. If the inspection reveals obvious concerns that can be readily identified, repair as necessary.

4. If the concerns remain after the inspection, determine the symptoms. GO to Symptom Chart .

    Engine (Diagnosis and Testing)
    Special Tool(s) Commercially Available Leakdown Tester Quick Disconnect Compression Tester 134-R0212 or equivalent Dial Indicator Gauge Adapter 303-007 (TOOL-6565-AB) ...

    Symptom Chart
    Condition Possible Sources Action Difficult starting Damaged ignition system. Damaged fuel system. Damaged starting system. Damaged charging ...

    Other materials:

    Exhaust Manifold RH
    Removal and Installation 1. Disconnect the battery negative cable. For additional information, refer to Section. 2. Remove the air cleaner outlet pipe. For additional information, refer to Section. 3. Disconnect the differential pressure feedback exha ...

    Manual Control Lever Shaft and Seal
    Special Tool(s) Installer, Shift Shaft Fluid Seal 307-050 (T74P-77498-A) Alignment Gauge, TR Sensor 307-351 (T97L-70010-A) Removal 1. Drain the transmission fluid and remove the fluid pan and filter. For additional information, ...

    Windshield wipers
    Note: Fully defrost the windshield before switching on the windshield wipers. Note: Make sure you switch off the windshield wipers before entering a car wash. Note: Clean the windshield and wiper blades if they begin to leave streaks or smears. If that does ...