Ford Mustang (1999-2004) Service Manual: Installation

1. CAUTION: Make sure the hardened washer is installed between the lower suspension arm and bushing and the shock absorber. Failure to do so can result in damage and failure of the lower suspension arm and bushing.

NOTE: The toe link bolt and nuts are of a torque prevailing design. A new bolt and new nuts must be installed.

NOTE: Use a new cotter pin.

To install, reverse the removal procedure.

Toe Link - Cobra

 

Toe Link - Cobra

2. Check wheel alignment. Adjust as necessary.

Toe Link - Cobra

    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 ...

    Spring - Coil
    Special Tool(s) Hi-Lift Jack 014-00942 or Equivalent ...

    Other materials:

    Brake Disc Machining
    Special Tool(s) Gauge, Clutch Housing 308-021 (T75L-4201-A) Dial Indicator Gauge with Holding Fixture 100-002 (TOOL-4201-C) or equivalent Material Item Specification Metal Surface Cleaner F4AZ-19A536-RA or equiv ...

    Pressure
    1. Clean all dirt from and remove the brake master cylinder filler cap and fill the brake master cylinder reservoir with the specified brake fluid. 2. NOTE: Master cylinder pressure bleeder adapter tools are available from various manufacturers of pres ...

    Installation
    1. NOTE: If the lower intake manifold is not secured within four minutes, the sealant must be removed and the sealing area cleaned with metal surface cleaner. Allow to dry until there is no sign of wetness, or four minutes, whichever is longer. Failure t ...