Ford Mustang (1999-2004) Service Manual: Steering Column
General Specifications

Torque Specifications

- Steering Column (Description and Operation)
- Ignition Switch Lock Cylinder - Functional
- Ignition Switch Lock Cylinder - Non-Functional
- Wheel
- Column
- Steering Column Shaft
- Coupling
- Steering Column (Disassembly and Assembly)
Assembly
All steering gears
1. Install the steering gear in the special tools.
Steering gears equipped with travel restrictors
2. Install the travel restrictors.
Install new travel restrictors as necessary.
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Steering Column (Description and Operation)
NOTE: All fasteners are important because they can affect the
performance of vital parts and systems.
Incorrect installation of the fasteners can result in major repair expenses.
They m ...
Other materials:
Component Test
Carry out the appropriate Functional Test(s) as determined in Inspection and
Verification.
Functional Test I (Buckle and Tongue)
The safety belt buckle and tongue assembly must operate freely during the
latching and unlatching
function. Fasten the safety bel ...
Inspection and Assembly Requirements - Following an
A/C
Compressor Failure
CAUTION: To prevent refrigerant system contamination and possible
failure of the new
A/C compressor, carry out the following procedures.
1. NOTE: A dirty A/C evaporator core orifice or a condenser to
evaporator tube containing black
refrigerant oil and parti ...
Emission control system
WARNING: Do not park, idle, or drive your vehicle in dry grass
or other dry ground cover. The emission system heats up the
engine compartment and exhaust system, which can start a fire.
WARNING: Exhaust leaks may result in entry of harmful and
potentially leth ...
