Ford Mustang (1999-2004) Service Manual: Rear Subframe
Removal and Installation
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. Torque values must be used as specified during reassembly.
1. Remove the rear coil springs. For additional information, refer to Section.
2. Using the special tool, raise the rear subframe.
3. Remove and discard the rear subframe front bolts.
4. Using the special tool, lower and remove the rear subframe.
5. NOTE: Discard the old bolts and nuts. Do not reuse, install new bolts and nuts.
To install, reverse the removal procedure.
Subframe Support -Convertible
Removal and Installation
1. Raise and support the vehicle. For additional information, refer to Section.
2. Support the front subframe support.
3. Remove the RH front subframe support bolts.
4. Remove the LH front subframe support bolts.
5. Remove the front subframe support.
- Remove the bolts and lower the front subframe support.
6. To install, reverse the removal procedure.
Front Subframe - 4.6L (4V) Engine
Special Tool(s)
3-Bar Engine Support Kit
303-F072
Lifting Bracket, Engine
303-D088 (D93P-6001-A2)
Removal and Installation
All vehicles
1. Remove the steering gear. For a ...
General Information
INTRODUCTION
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Other materials:
Weld Nut Repair - Stripped Weld Nut, Restraints
Control
Module (RCM)
WARNING: To avoid accidental deployment and possible personal
injury, the backup
power supply must be depleted before repairing or replacing any front or
side air bag
supplemental restraint system (SRS) components and before servicing,
replacing, ...
Removal
NOTE: This procedure applies to both the LH and RH halfshafts.
1. CAUTION: The vehicle must be on level ground and at curb height.
Mark the rear shock absorber relative to the protective sleeve.
During installation, raise the suspension to this reference ...
Special Operating Condition Requirements
When towing a trailer or using a camper or car-top carrier:
Change engine oil and install a new oil filter every 4,800 km (3,000
miles) or 3 months.
Change transfer case fluid every 96,000 km (60,000 miles).
Change manual transmission fluid as required.
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