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,
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Other materials:
Heater Core
Removal
NOTE: If a heater core leak is suspected, the heater core must be
pressure leak tested before it is
removed from the vehicle. For additional information, refer to Section.
1. Remove the evaporator core housing. For additional information, refer to
E ...
Auxiliary Power Points
WARNING: Do not plug optional electrical accessories into the
cigarette lighter socket (if equipped). Improper use of the lighter
can cause damage not covered by your warranty, and can result in fire
or serious injury.
Note: If used when the engine is not runn ...
Tracer Dye Leak Detection
Special Tool(s)
120 Watt 110 Volt UV Lamp
20C
164-R0721 or equivalent
NOTE: Ford Motor Company vehicles are produced with a permanent leak
tracer dye incorporated into
the A/C system. The location of leaks can be pinpointed by the bright
ye ...
