Ford Mustang (1999-2004) Service Manual: Jacking

WARNING: Never run the engine with one wheel off the ground, such as when changing a tire. The wheel still on the ground could cause the vehicle to move.

CAUTION: The jack (17080) provided with the vehicle is intended to be used in an emergency for changing a deflated tire. To avoid damage to the vehicle, never use the jack to lift the vehicle for any other purpose. Refer to the Owner Guide when using the jack supplied with the vehicle.

CAUTION: Under no circumstances should the vehicle ever be lifted by the suspension arm brackets, rear stabilizer or differential housing or convertible cross brace. Severe damage to the vehicle could result.

CAUTION: Do not attempt to use jack pressure on either the front bumper (17757) or the rear bumper (17906) of any vehicle. Damage to the bumper covers will occur.

Lift the vehicle using the Jacking Points procedure in this section.

Jacking Points

Jacking Points

To lift the front or either side of the front end, position the floor jack under the front frame lift points.

Jacking Points

To lift the rear or either side of the rear end, position the floor jack under the rear lift points.

    Lifting
    CAUTION: Do not allow the lift adapters to contact the steering linkage, suspension arms, stabilizer arms, or to compress the lower suspension arm stabilizer bar insulator (5493). Damage to the sus ...

    Other materials:

    Transmission (Removal)
    1. Disconnect the battery ground cable. For additional information, refer to Section. 2. Lift up on the clutch pedal and secure it in place. 3. Remove the gearshift lever knob (7213). 4. Remove the console panel gearshift plate. Lift the gearshift leve ...

    Clutch (Description and Operation)
    The primary function of the clutch is to couple and uncouple engine power to the transmission upon driver command. The clutch is a single plate, dry friction clutch disc. The clutch disc has a splined hub (with integral torsional dampening springs ...

    Cooling Fan Motor and Shroud
    Removal and Installation 1. Disconnect the battery ground cable. 2. Remove the degas bottle or coolant expansion tank. For additional information, refer to Degas Bottle-4.6L(2V) and 4.6L(4V) in this section. 3. Disconnect the cooling fan electrical connecto ...