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:

    Transmission (Assembly)
    Special Tool(s) Dial Indicator with Bracketry 100-002 (TOOL-4201-C) or Equivalent Gauge, Clutch Housing 308-021 (T75L-4201-A) Extension Housing Seal Replacer 308-227 (T94P-7657-A) Holding Fixture 307-0 ...

    Clutch And Clutch Field Coil
    Special Tool(s) 2-Jaw Puller 205-D026 (D80L-1002-L) or equivalent Installer, A/C Compressor Coil 412-065 (T89P-19623-EH) Holding Fixture, Compressor Clutch (3.8L vehicles) 412-098 (T94P-19703-AH) Holding ...

    Spark Plugs
    Special Tool(s) Remover, Spark Plug Wire 303-106 (T74P-6666A) Material Item Specification Silicone Brake Caliper Grease and Dielectric Compound D7AZ-19A331-A or equivalent ESE-M1C171- A Removal and Installation CAUTION: ...