Ford Mustang (1999-2004) Service Manual: Link - Stabilizer Bar
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 number must be installed if installation becomes necessary. If
substitution is
necessary, the part must be of the same finish and property class. Torque values
must be used
as specified during reassembly to make sure of correct retention of these parts.
1. Raise the vehicle on a hoist. For additional information, refer to Section.
2. NOTE: Spring is removed for clarity.
NOTE: To remove the nuts, first loosen the nut, then use the hex
holding feature to prevent the
stabilizer bar link ball joint from turning while removing the nut.
Remove the nuts and the stabilizer bar links (5C488). Discard the nuts.

Installation
1. NOTE: The nuts on the stabilizer bar links are of a torque prevailing design. New nuts must be used during installation.
NOTE: To install the nuts, first install the nut until snug using the hex holding feature to prevent the stabilizer bar link ball joint from turning. Final tighten the nuts using a socket and a torque wrench.
To install, reverse the removal procedure.

Stabilizer Bar - 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 sa ...
Wheel Knuckle - Cobra
Special Tool(s)
Front Hub Remover
205-D070 (D93P-1175-B) or
Equivalent
Steering Arm Remover
211-003 (T64P-9171-A)
...
Other materials:
Cable and Conduit - Front
Removal
1. CAUTION: If any component in the parking brake system requires
repair or if the
rear axle housing (4010) is removed, the cable tension must be released.
Release the cable tension. For additional information, refer to Parking
Brake Cable Tens ...
Preliminary Inspection
The following items must be checked prior to beginning the diagnostic
procedures:
Know and Understand the Concern
In order to correctly diagnose a concern, first understand the
customer complaint or condition.
Customer contact may be required in ord ...
Creating a MyKey
Use the information display to create a MyKey.
For Type 1 information displays:
1. Insert the key you want to program into the ignition.
2. Switch the ignition on.
3. Access the main menu within the information display, and press
SETUP using the information d ...
