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:

    Speed Control
    Torque Specifications Speed Control The speed control system consists of the following components: speed control actuator cable (9A825) deactivator switch output shaft sensor (OSS) speed control actuator switches (9C888) brake pedal position (BPP) switc ...

    Hydraulic Lash Adjusters
    Removal 1. Remove the roller followers. For additional information, refer to Roller Followers in this section. 2. Remove the 16 hydraulic lash adjusters. 3. Inspect the roller followers. For additional information, refer to Section. Installation 1. To ins ...

    Reverse Clutch
    Special Tool(s) Dial Indicator Gauge with Holding Fixture 100-002 (TOOL-4201-C) Compressor, Clutch Spring 307-015 (T65L-77515-A) Protector, Transmission Reverse Clutch Outer Fluid Seal 307-424 Protecto ...