Ford Mustang (1999-2004) Service Manual: Removal
1. Disconnect the battery ground cable.
2. Remove the air cleaner outlet pipe.
3. Remove the radiator sight shield.

4. Remove the coolant recovery reservoir.
1. Disconnect the hose.
2. Remove the bolts.
3. Remove the coolant recovery reservoir.

5. Install the special tool.

6. Install the special tool.

7. Install the special tool.

8. Raise and support the vehicle.
9. Remove the LH engine mount nut.

10. Remove the RH engine mount nut.

11. Lower the vehicle.
12. Raise the engine.

13. Raise and support the vehicle.
14. Remove the oil pan drain plug and drain the engine oil.

15. Remove the starter motor.
16. Position the wiring harness bracket aside.

17. Remove the transmission lower bolts.

18. Remove the oil pan bolts.

19. Position a safety stand under the subframe crossmember.

20. Remove the four subframe lower bolts.

21. Remove the two subframe upper bolts.

22. NOTE: Do not completely remove these bolts.
Loosen the two bolts.

23. Lower the front subframe.

24. Remove the oil pan.

Oil Pan
Special Tool(s)
3 Bar Engine Support Kit
303-F072
Lifting Bracket Set, Engine
303-D095 (D94L-6001-A) or
equivalent
Material
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Installation
1. NOTE: If the oil pan is not secured within four minutes, the
sealant must be removed and the
sealing area cleaned with metal surface cleaner. Allow to dry until there is
no sign of wetness,
o ...
Other materials:
Economical driving
Fuel economy is affected by several things, such as how you drive, the
conditions you drive under and how you maintain your vehicle.
There are some things to keep in mind that may improve your fuel
economy:
• Accelerate and slow down in a smooth, moderate f ...
Striker Adjustment
NOTE: After adjusting the door latch striker plate, verify that the
door can be closed easily and fits
tightly.
1. Loosen the door latch striker plate bolts.
2. Reposition the door latch striker plate from side to side or up and down
as necessary.
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Valve Cover RH
Removal and Installation
1. Remove the throttle body. For additional information, refer to
Section.
2. Disconnect the crankcase vent hose.
3. Remove the differential feedback exhaust gas recirculation (EGR) system
vacuum hoses and
the bracket bolts. Po ...
