Ford Mustang (1999-2004) Service Manual: Installation

1. CAUTION: Install the brake pads in full axle sets. Do not install new brake pads on only one side of vehicle.

Install the new slipper and brake pads.

Pads

2. Position the caliper on the anchor plate and install the bolts.

Pads

3. Install the wheel and tire assembly.

4. Lower the vehicle.

5. WARNING: Use of any other than approved DOT 3 or DOT 4 brake fluid will cause permanent damage to components and will render the brakes inoperative.

WARNING: Brake fluid contains polyglycol ethers and polyglycols. Avoid contact with eyes. Wash hands thoroughly after handling. If brake fluid contacts eyes, flush eyes with running water for 15 minutes. Get medical attention if irritation persists. If taken internally, drink water and induce vomiting. Get medical attention immediately.

CAUTION: Brake fluid is harmful to painted or plastic surfaces. If brake fluid is spilled onto a painted or plastic surface, immediately wash it with water.

Check the fluid level at the master cylinder. Add fluid if necessary.

6. WARNING: Pump the brake pedal several times to make sure the caliper piston is extended to its operating position. Failure to follow these instructions may result in personal injury.

Verify correct brake operation.

7. Recheck the master cylinder fluid level.

    Removal
    1. Use a suitable suction device to lower the brake fluid level in the master cylinder reservoir. 2. Raise and support the vehicle. 3. Remove the wheel and tire assembly. 4. Inspec ...

    Disc
    Removal 1. Remove the rear disc support bracket (2B511). For additional information, refer to Support Bracket in this section. 2. Remove the brake disc (2C026). Installation 1. Follow the ...

    Other materials:

    Suction Accumulator
    Material Item Specification PAG Refrigerant Compressor Oil (R-134a Systems) F7AZ-19589-DA (Motorcraft YN- 12-C) WSH-M1C231- B Removal and Installation 1. Recover the refrigerant. For additional information, refer to Section. 2. Disco ...

    Inspection and Verification
    WARNING: A vehicle equipped with a Traction-Lok differential will always have both wheels driving. If, while the vehicle is being serviced, only one wheel is raised off the ground and the rear axle is driven by the engine, the wheel on the ground could drive ...

    Removal
    1. Remove the differential assembly from the differential housing. For additional information, refer to Differential Case in this section. 2. CAUTION: Record the torque necessary to maintain rotation of the drive pinion gear through several revolutions prio ...