Ford Mustang (1999-2004) Service Manual: Installation
CAUTION: The upper suspension arm and bushing nuts must be tightened with the suspension at curb height. Failure to do so can result in bushing failure, resulting in poor ride and handling.
NOTE: If installing a new upper suspension arm and bushing, mark the cam bolt side of the new arm in the same position as the old arm for assembly reference.
1. Install the upper suspension arm and bushing.
1. Position the arm and bushing on the subframe.
2. Install new bolts and nuts. Do not tighten the nuts at this time.
2. Connect the upper suspension arm and bushing to the knuckle.
1. Position the arm and bushing.
2. Install a new cam bolt and a new nut. Do not tighten the nut at this time.
3. Raise the subframe into position and install new front bolts.
4. Install the springs. For additional information, refer to Spring-Cobra in this section.
5. Position a jack stand under the lower suspension arm and bushing.
6. Raise the suspension until the shock absorber is compressed to the alignment mark (curb height).
7. Tighten the nuts.
8. Position the cam bolt so the marks are aligned. Tighten the nut.
9. Lower the suspension and remove the jack stand.
10. Install the rear brake disc.
11. Install the wheel and tire assembly.
12. Lower the vehicle.
13. Check wheel alignment, adjust if necessary.
Removal
CAUTION: Suspension fasteners are critical parts because they affect
performance of vital
components and systems and their failure can result in major service expense. A
new part with
the same part ...
Lower Arm
Removal
CAUTION: Suspension fasteners are critical parts because they affect
performance of vital
components and systems and their failure can result in major service expense. A
new part with
the sa ...
Other materials:
Evaporative Emission Repair Verification Drive Cycle
Special Tool(s)
Worldwide Diagnostic System
(WDS)
418-F224,
New Generation STAR (NGS)
Tester
418-F052, or equivalent scan
tool
Drive Cycle Recommendations
NOTE: The following procedure is designed to execute and
complete the evap ...
Instrument lighting dimmer
• Move the control up or down to
adjust the intensity of the panel
lighting.
• Move the control to the full
upright position, past detent,
to turn on the interior lamps.
• Move the control down, past
detent, to turn off the interior
lights.
Note: The pa ...
Exhaust Manifold RH
Removal and Installation
1. Disconnect the battery negative cable. For additional information,
refer to Section.
2. Remove the air cleaner outlet pipe. For additional information, refer to
Section.
3. Disconnect the differential pressure feedback exha ...