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
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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:
Electronic Pressure Control (EPC) Solenoid
Special Tool(s)
Gauge, Transmission Solenoid
Connectors
307-426
Removal
1. Remove the manual control lever. For additional information, refer to
Manual Control Lever
Shaft and Seal in this section.
2. CAUTION: Do not pull on the molded ...
Removal
1. Remove the roller followers. For additional information, refer to Roller
Followers in this section.
2. Remove the spark plugs. For additional information, refer to Section .
3. Position the piston of the cylinder being serviced at the bottom of the
stro ...
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 ...
