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:

    Instrument Cluster (Description and Operation)
    The instrument cluster (10849) consists of the following components: Instrument Cluster-Base 3.8L Engine   Instrument Cluster-Base 4.6L Engine   Instrument Cluster-Cobra   ...

    Removal
    1. Disconnect the battery ground cable. 2. Remove the air cleaner outlet tube. For additional information, refer to Section. 3. Remove the radiator sight shield. 4. Install the special tool. 5. Using the special tools, support the engine. 6. Raise and sup ...

    Reverse Sun Gear
    Disassembly   1. Remove the reverse clutch sun gear assembly and the No. 4 forward clutch hub bearing and race. 2. Remove the forward clutch sun gear assembly and the No. 5 forward clutch sun gear bearing and race. Assembly 1. The forward clutch ...