Ford Mustang (1999-2004) Service Manual: 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.

2. Remove the wheel and tire assembly.

3. Remove the rear brake disc.

4. Support the lower suspension arm and bushing (5A649) with a jack stand.

5. Remove the nut and bolt and disconnect the shock absorber (18125) from the lower suspension arm and bushing. Discard the nut and bolt.

Toe Link - Cobra

6. Remove and discard the cotter pin and nut.

Toe Link - Cobra

7. CAUTION: Do not strike the toe link or the knuckle to disconnect the toe link. The toe link or the knuckle can be damaged.

Using the special tool, disconnect the toe link (5K848) from the knuckle (5A968/5A969).

Toe Link - Cobra

8. Remove the nut, bolt and the toe link. Discard the bolt and nut.

    Toe Link - Cobra
    Special Tool(s) Steering Arm Remover 211-003 (T64P-9171-A) ...

    Installation
    1. CAUTION: Make sure the hardened washer is installed between the lower suspension arm and bushing and the shock absorber. Failure to do so can result in damage and failure of the lower suspension ...

    Other materials:

    Master Cylinder Priming - 4.6L
    1. CAUTION: Use only bleed screws on the engine side of the brake master cylinder (2140). The hydro-boost bleed screw, located near the dash on the hydro-booster casting, is for the booster cavity filled with power steering fluid, not brake fluid. ...

    Camber Adjustment - Rear
    1. Loosen the nut. 2. Rotate the bolt and the cam to the correct camber setting. 3. Tighten the nut while holding the bolt and the cam stationary. 4. Recheck the wheel alignment. Follow the manufacturer's instructions. Adjust as necessary. ...

    Removal
    CAUTION: Since the engine is not free-wheeling, timing procedures must be followed exactly or piston and valve damage can occur. 1. Remove the engine front cover. For additional information, refer to Engine Front Cover in this section. 2. Remove the cranksh ...