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:

    Air Conditioning (A/C) Compressor Bracket - 3.8L
    Removal and Installation 1. Remove the A/C compressor (19703). For additional information, refer to Air Conditioning (A/C) Compressor-3.8L in this section. 2. Remove the three bolts and one nut. 3. Remove the A/C compressor mounting bracket. 4. To install ...

    Lamp Assembly - Fog Lamp (GT)
    Removal 1. Raise and support the vehicle. 2. Remove the screw. 3. Partially lower the vehicle and remove the fog lamp assembly. 1. Disconnect the electrical connector. 2. Remove the two screws. 3. Remove the fog lamp assembly and replace the bul ...

    Axle Housing Casting Porosity (Holes in Casting) Repair
    CAUTION: To keep the axle's sound characteristics, do not disassemble the carrier. NOTE: Casting porosity is a condition where occasionally gas bubbles will form during the casting process leaving small pockets in the metal that will cause the axle housing t ...