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

General Specifications

General Specifications

Torque Specifications

Torque Specifications

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. ...

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:

Assembly
1. Carry out the following before reassembling: Inspect the gears for broken or cracked teeth. Check for unusual wear patterns. Inspect the thrust washers for face wear, cracks, scoring and for signs of heat damage. Inspect the bearings, bearing cups a ...

Installation
1. CAUTION: Timing chain procedures must be followed exactly or damage to the pistons or valves will result. Compress the tensioner plunger, using a soft-jawed vise. 2. Install a retaining clip on the tensioner to hold the plunger in during installation. ...

Towing the vehicle on four whe
Emergency Towing If your vehicle becomes inoperable (without access to wheel dollies, car-hauling trailer, or flatbed transport vehicle), it can be flat-towed (all wheels on the ground, regardless of the powertrain and transmission configuration) under the fol ...