Ford Mustang (1999-2004) Service Manual: Removal

1. Disconnect the battery ground cable. For additional information, refer to Section.

2. Drain the cooling system. For additional information, refer to Section.

3. Recover the refrigerant. For additional information, refer to Section.

4. Remove the air cleaner outlet tube. For additional information, refer to Section.

5. Remove the RH ignition coil cover bolts and the cover.

Valve Cover RH

6. Disconnect the ignition coil electrical connectors.

Valve Cover RH

7. Remove the ignition coils.

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8. Remove the throttle body. For additional information, refer to Section.

9. Disconnect the fuel tube spring lock coupling. For additional information, refer to Section.

10. Disconnect the heater hose.

Valve Cover RH

11. Disconnect the A/C suction tube at the accumulator.

Valve Cover RH

12. Disconnect and remove the A/C suction tube.

Valve Cover RH

13. Remove the nut and separate the A/C tube from the condenser.

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14. Disconnect the A/C tube at the evaporator.

Valve Cover RH

15. Remove the A/C tube.

1. Disconnect the pin-type retainer.

2. Remove the A/C tube.

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16. Disconnect the evaporative emissions (EVAP) return tube.

Valve Cover RH

17. Disconnect the wiring harness from the valve cover stud bolt.

Valve Cover RH

18. Remove the bolts and the RH valve cover.

Valve Cover RH

19. CAUTION: Do not use metal scrapers, wire brushes, power abrasive discs or other abrasive means to clean the sealing surfaces. These tools cause scratches and gouges which make leak paths. Use a plastic scraping tool to remove all traces of old sealant.

Clean and inspect the sealing surfaces and inspect the valve cover gaskets. If necessary, install new gaskets. Make sure the gaskets are correctly seated on the valve cover.

Valve Cover RH

    Valve Cover RH
    Material Item Specification Metal Surface Cleaner F4AZ-19A536-RA or equivalent WSE-M5B392- A Silicone Gasket and Sealant F7AZ-19554-EA or equivalent WSE-M4G323- A4 ...

    Installation
    1. NOTE: If the valve cover 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:

    Removal
    WARNING: Always wear safety glasses when repairing an air bag supplemental restraint system (SRS) vehicle and when handling an air bag module. This will reduce the risk of injury in the event of an accidental deployment. WARNING: Carry a live air ...

    Evaporator Core Housing
    Disassembly 1. Remove the evaporator core housing. For additional information, refer to Evaporator Core Housing in this section. 2. Remove the foam weather seal. 3. Remove the screws and remove the heater core. 4. Remove the screws and remove the A/C rec ...

    Vibration When Brakes are Applied
    For vibration concerns when brakes are applied, perform the following procedure. Visually inspect: tire condition and pressure. suspension bushings and ball joints. Correct as necessary. 1. Verify and isolate the concern. Brake roughness can be felt in: ...