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:

    Engine (Removal)
    Special Tool(s) Lifting Bracket Set, Engine 303-D095 (D94L-6001-A) or equivalent Spreader Bar 303-D089 (D93P-6001-A3) or equivalent Heavy Duty Floor Crane 014-00071 or equivalent Removal WARNING: Do not smoke or ...

    Degas Bottle
    Removal and Installation 1. Drain the coolant. For additional information, refer to Supercharger Cooling System Draining, Filling and Bleeding in this section. 2. Disconnect the coolant hoses. 3. Remove the bolts and the degas bottle. 4. To install ...

    Electronic Engine Controls (Description and Operation)
    The electronic engine controls consist of the following: powertrain control module (PCM) throttle position (TP) sensor idle air control (IAC) valve engine coolant temperature (ECT) sensor cylinder head temperature sensor camshaft position ...