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:

    Lamp Assembly - Map/Dome
    Removal 1. Disconnect the battery ground cable. 2. Remove the lamp lens from the lamp assembly. 3. Remove the lamp assembly. 1. Remove the screws. 2. Remove the lamp assembly. Disconnect the electrical connectors. Installation 1. NOTE ...

    Rear Bumper Cover
    Removal and Installation 1. Remove the luggage compartment trim panel covers. 2. Remove the seven rear bumper cover nuts. 3. Remove the fuel drain hose. 4. Remove the four bumper cover screws (two each side). 5. Remove the pin-type retainers and the rea ...

    Installation
    1. CAUTION: The timing chain procedures must be followed exactly or damage to the valve and pistons will result. Compress the tensioner plunger, using an edge of a vise. 2. While holding the ratchet mechanism, push the ratchet arm back into the tensioner ...