Ford Mustang (1999-2004) Service Manual: Installation
1. NOTE: Inspect the spring insulators for wear or damage. Install new spring insulators if necessary.
Make sure the spring insulators are correctly installed on the springs.
2. Install the springs.
1. Position the springs.
2. Raise the subframe using the special tool 014-00765.
3. Install new bolts.
4. Remove and discard the subframe front bolts.
5. Install new bolts and nuts. Tighten the bolts.
6. Remove the special tool 014-00765.
7. Support the lower suspension arm and bushings with jack stands.
8. 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.
Connect the shock absorbers to the lower suspension arm and bushing and install new bolts and nuts.
9. Clip the ABS sensor wires to the subframe.
10. Install the ABS sensors and the bolts.
11. Connect the rear brake lines and install the bolts.
12. Connect the parking brake cable and conduits to the lower suspension arm and bushings and install the bolts.
13. Connect the parking brake cable and conduits to the knuckles.
14. Connect the parking brake cable and conduits to the rear brake calipers and install the clips.
15. Connect the parking brake cable and conduit to the parking brake levers.
16. Install the driveshaft.
17. Install both mufflers.
18. Install both wheel and tire assemblies.
19. Remove the jack stand from the No. 1 crossmember.
20. Bleed the brake system.
21. 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 ...
Shock Absorber
Removal
WARNING: All vehicles are equipped with gas pressurized shock absorbers
which will
extend unassisted. Do not apply heat or flame to the shock absorbers during
removal or
component servicing. ...
Other materials:
Anti-Lock Control
Refer to Wiring Diagrams Cell 42 , Anti-Lock Brake for schematic and
connector information.
Special Tool(s)
Worldwide Diagnostic System
(WDS)
418-F224,
New Generation STAR (NGS)
Tester
418-F052, or equivalent scan
tool
73 Digita ...
In California (U.S. Only)
California Civil Code Section 1793.2(d) requires that, if a manufacturer
or its representative is unable to repair a motor vehicle to conform to the
vehicle’s applicable express warranty after a reasonable number of
attempts, the manufacturer shall be requir ...
Installation
1. CAUTION: In order to prevent foreign material from contaminating
the engine block
or the engine front cover it is necessary to seal the coolant and oil
passages of both
components. Failure to follow these directions will result in engine damage.
CAU ...
