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:

    Digital Transmission Range (TR) Sensor
    Special Tool(s) Alignment Gauge, TR Sensor 307-351 (T97L-70010-A) Removal 1. Disconnect the battery ground cable. For additional information, refer to Section. 2. Raise and support the vehicle. For additional information, refer to Sectio ...

    Pinpoint Test I: LFC 33/DTC B1933 - Passenger Air Bag Circuit Resistance High
    Normal Operation The restraints control module (RCM) monitors the resistance of the passenger air bag ignitor by measuring the resistance between pins 6 and 7. If the RCM detects high resistance between these pins, it will store a diagnostic trouble cod ...

    Charge Air Cooler
    Material Item Specification Silicone Gasket and Sealant F7AZ-19554-EA or equivalent WSE-M4G323-EA Removal and Installation 1. Drain the supercharger coolant. For additional information, refer to Section. 2. Release the fuel pressure. F ...