Ford Mustang (1999-2004) Service Manual: Lower Arm
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. Mark the rear shock absorber (18125) relative to the protective sleeve with the vehicle in a static, level ground position (curb height).
2. Remove the muffler assembly(ies).
3. Remove the rear spring (5560). For additional information, refer to Spring-Coil in this section.
4. Remove the lower suspension arm and bushing (5A649) from the body attachment.
1. Remove and discard the bolt and nut.
2. Remove the lower arm.
Installation
1. Install the lower suspension arm and bushing to the body attachment.
1. Position the lower arm.
2. Install a new bolt and a new nut. Do not tighten at this time.
2. NOTE: Tighten the lower suspension arm and bushing-to-body attachment bolt after installing the spring while the suspension is at curb height.
Install the rear spring. For additional information, refer to Spring-Coil in this section.
3. Install the muffler assembly(ies).
Installation
CAUTION: The upper suspension arm and bushing nuts must be tightened
with the
suspension at curb height. Failure to do so can result in bushing failure,
resulting in poor ride
and handling.
NOTE: If ...
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 sa ...
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Scheduled Maintenance
GENERAL MAINTENANCE INFORMATION
Why Maintain Your Vehicle?
Carefully following the maintenance schedule helps protect against major
repair expenses resulting from neglect or inadequate maintenance and
may help to increase the value of your vehicle when you sel ...
Inspection and Verification
WARNING: Never remove the pressure relief cap while the engine is
operating or when the
cooling system is hot. Failure to follow these instructions can result in damage
to the cooling
system or engine or personal injury. To avoid having scalding hot coolant ...
Electronic Leak Detection
Special Tool(s)
H10PM Refrigerant Leak
Detector With Battery
216-00001 or equivalent
CAUTION: Good ventilation is necessary in the area where electronic A/C
leak testing is to
be carried out. If the surrounding air is contaminated with refri ...
