Ford Mustang (1999-2004) Service Manual: Starting System (Diagnosis and Testing)

Refer to Wiring Diagrams Cell 20 , Starting System for schematic and connector information.

Special Tool(s)

Digital Multimeter 105-R0051 or equivalent
Starting System (Description and Operation)
Starter Motor The starter motor is a 12-volt unit that has the starter solenoid mounted on the drive end housing and functions as follows: The current flows through the solenoid energizing coil unt ...

Inspection and Verification
WARNING: When servicing starter motor or carrying out other underhood work in the vicinity of the starter motor, be aware that the heavy gauge battery input lead at the starter solenoid is "electric ...

Other materials:

Output Shaft
Special Tool(s) Pinion Bearing Cone Remove 205-D002 (D79L-4621-A) or Equivalent Spiral Snap Ring Replacer 308-096 (T85P-7025-A) Disassembly 1. Using the special tool and a press, remove the third/fourth gear synchronizer asse ...

Air Conditioning (A/C) System Recovery, Evacuation and Charging
Special Tool(s) R-134a A/C Refrigerant Center 176-00002 or equivalent R-134a A/C Refrigerant Center 023-00153 or equivalent R-134a Manifold Gauge Set 176-R032A or equivalent 1.2 CFM Vacuum Pump 023-00162 o ...

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. ...