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:

    Exhaust Manifold to Exhaust Gas Recirculation (EGR) Valve Tube - Mach I
    Removal 1. Remove the air intake scoop. For additional information, refer to Section. 2. Disconnect the exhaust gas recirculation (EGR) tube from the EGR valve. 3. With the vehicle in NEUTRAL, position it on a hoist. 4. Disconnect the EGR tube from th ...

    Oil Pump Screen and Pickup Tube
    Removal and Installation 1. Remove the oil pan (6675). For additional information, refer to Oil Pan in this section. 2. Remove the oil pump screen cover and tube (6622) and discard the gasket. 1. Remove the nut. 2. Remove the two bolts. 3. Remov ...

    External Controls (Diagnosis and Testing)
    Refer to Wiring Diagrams Cell 37 , Shift Lock for schematic and connector information. Refer to Wiring Diagrams Cell 29 , Transmission Control for schematic and connector information. Special Tool(s) 73 Digital Multimeter 105-R0051 or equivalent ...