Ford Mustang (1999-2004) Service Manual: Purging - CIII Power Steering Pump
Special Tool(s)
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Vacuum Pump 416-D002 (D95L-7559-A) or Equivalent |
CAUTION: If the air is not purged from the power steering system correctly, premature power steering pump failure can result. This condition can occur on pre-delivery vehicles with evidence of aerated fluid or on vehicles that have had steering component repairs.
1. NOTE: A whine heard from the power steering pump may be caused by air in the system. The power steering purge procedure must be performed prior to any component repair for which power steering noise complaints are accompanied by evidence of aerated fluid.
Remove the reservoir cap. Check the fluid level. If necessary, fill the reservoir to the correct level.
- Use Motorcraft MERCON Multi-Purpose ATF XT-2-QDX or MERCON equivalent.
2. Tightly insert the Vacuum Pump stopper into the reservoir.
3. Start the vehicle.
4. Using the special tool, apply maximum vacuum and maintain it for a minimum of three minutes with the engine speed set at idle.
5. Release the vacuum and remove the special tool.
6. CAUTION: Do not overfill the reservoir.
Check the fluid level. If necessary, fill the reservoir to the correct level.
- Use Motorcraft MERCON Multi-Purpose ATF XT-2-QDX or MERCON equivalent.
7. Reinstall the special tool. Apply and maintain maximum vacuum.
8. CAUTION: Do not hold the steering wheel against the stops for more than three to five seconds at a time. Damage to the power steering pump will occur.
Cycle the steering wheel fully to the left and right every 30 seconds for approximately five minutes.
9. Stop the engine, release the vacuum, and remove the special tool.
10. Install the reservoir cap.
11. Check for fluid leaks at all of the connections. If the power steering fluid shows signs of air, repeat this procedure.
Purging - CII Power Steering Pump
Special Tool(s)
Vacuum Pump
416-D002 (D95L-7559-A) or
Equivalent
CAUTION: If the air is not purged from the power steering system
correctly, premature
power steering pump failure ca ...
Fill
1. WARNING: Do not mix oil types, any mixture or any unapproved oil can
lead to seal
deterioration and leaks. A leak can ultimately cause loss of fluid, which can
result in a
loss of power steering ...
Other materials:
Daytime Running Lamps (DRL) (Diagnosis and Testing)
Refer to Wiring Diagrams Cell 97 , Daytime Running Lamps for schematic
and connector information.
Special Tool(s)
73III Automotive Meter or
equivalent
105-R0057
Principles of Operation
Daytime Running Lamps (DRL)
The daytime running lamp ...
Valve Spring Strength
Special Tool(s)
Pressure Gauge, Valve/Clutch
Spring
303-006 (TOOL-6513-DD) or
equivalent
1. Use a Valve/Clutch Spring Pressure Gauge to check the valve spring for
correct strength at the
specified valve spring length.
Refer to the appr ...
Electronic Pressure Control (EPC) Solenoid
Special Tool(s)
Gauge, Transmission Solenoid
Connectors
307-426
Removal
1. Remove the manual control lever. For additional information, refer to
Manual Control Lever
Shaft and Seal in this section.
2. CAUTION: Do not pull on the molded ...