Ford Mustang (1999-2004) Service Manual: Instrument Panel - Center Finish Panel
Removal and Installation
All vehicles
1. Disconnect the battery ground cable. For additional information, refer to Section.
Vehicles with automatic transmission
2. Place the selector lever in the 1 position.
Vehicles with manual transmission
3. Remove the gearshift lever handle.
All vehicles
4. Remove the floor console finish panel.
- Disconnect the electrical connector.

5. Remove the instrument panel center finish panel.
- Disconnect the electrical connector.

6. To install, reverse the removal procedure.
Installation
CAUTION: Electronic modules are sensitive to static electrical
charges. If exposed to
these charges, damage may result.
1. NOTE: Two technicians are necessary to carry out this step.
Install ...
Floor Console
Removal and Installation
All vehicles
1. Disconnect the battery ground cable. For additional information,
refer to Section .
2. Apply the parking brake.
Vehicles with automatic transmissio ...
Other materials:
Piston - Ring-to-Groove Clearance
1. Inspect the piston for ring land damage or accelerated wear.
2. Measure the piston ring-to-groove clearance.
Refer to the appropriate section in Group for the procedure.
If out of specification, install new components as necessary. Refer
to the a ...
Pinpoint Tests
CAUTION: Before removing and installing the GEM or its connectors,
disconnect the battery. Failure to follow this caution will
result in the GEM storing many erroneous DTCs and
may result in the GEM exhibiting erratic operation after installation.
CAUTI ...
Engine (Removal)
Special Tool(s)
Special Tool(s)
Support Bracket, Engine
303-639
Spreader Bar
303-D089 (D93P-6001-A3)
Lifting Bracket Set, Engine
303-D074 (D91P-6001-A)
Removal
1. Remove the hood.
2. Remove the battery. For additi ...
