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
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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:
Transmission (Removal)
1. Remove the gearshift lever knob.
2. Remove the console panel gearshift plate. Disconnect the cigar lighter
electrical connector, then
lift the gearshift lever boot over the gearshift lever.
3. Remove the bolts and the upper gearshift lever.
4. Remove ...
Rear Ride Height Measurement - GT and Base
Item
Description
1
Body reinforcement
2
Ride height (shortest distance)
3
Rear axle
Wheel Track
Item
Part Number
Description
1
-
Front track
2
-
Rear track
Dogtracking
Item
Part N ...
Front Bumper Cover
Removal and Installation
NOTE: Mustang shown, GT and Cobra similar.
1. Remove the pin-type retainers and the radiator upper sight shield.
2. Remove the two pin-type retainers (one each side).
3. Remove the four front bumper cover nuts (two each side).
4. ...
