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:
Piston - Ring-to-Groove Clearance
1. Inspect the piston for ring land damage or accelerated wear.
2. Measure the piston ring-to-groove clearance.
Refer to the appropriate section in Group for the procedure.
If out of specification, install new components as necessary. Refer
to the a ...
Piston Inspection
Special Tool(s)
Scraper, Piston Ring Groove
303-D033 (D81L-6002-D) or
equivalent
CAUTION: Do not use a caustic cleaning solution or a wire brush to
clean the pistons or
damage can occur.
1. Clean and inspect the (1) ring lands, (2) skirts, ...
Installation
1. CAUTION: To prevent refrigerant system contamination, do not allow
dirt or other
foreign materials to enter the A/C compressor.
Clean the A/C compressor nose area.
2. Place the shaft seal on the special tool. Lubricate the shaft seal and the
special tool ...
