Ford Mustang (1999-2004) Service Manual: Torque Converter Leak Check
Special Tool(s)
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Leak Tester, Torque Converter 307-421 |
1. Clean the outside surface of the torque converter.
2. Install the special tool into the converter hub.

3. WARNING: Always follow correct safety procedures while using press. Failure to follow these instructions may result in personal injury.
Install the torque converter with the installed special tool into the arbor press.
Secure the press, apply enough force to seal the tool into the torque converter.

4. NOTE: Use clean dry shop air.
Apply air pressure to the valve on the special tool.

5. With air pressure applied to the valve, inspect for leaks at the converter hub, seams, drain plug and studs. A soap bubble solution may be applied around these areas to aid in diagnosis. If a leak is found around the drain plug, install a new drain plug and recheck the torque converter. If any other leaks are present, install a new or remanufactured torque converter.

6. Remove the air hose. Release pressure and then slowly release the press. Remove the torque converter. Remove the special tool.

Torque Converter Cleaning And Inspection
Material
Item
Specification
MERCON V Automatic
Transmission Fluid
XT-5-QM, XT-5-DM
MERCON V
1. If a new torque converter is being installed, continue with Substep 2 of
Step 2.
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Torque Converter Impeller to Pump Stator Interference
Check
1. NOTE: Front pump support may remain in front pump support and gear
during this test.
Position the front pump support with the splines up.
2. Mount the torque converter on the front pump support wi ...
Other materials:
Accelerator Cable - 4.6L (2V)
Removal and Installation
1. Push the accelerator cable nylon bushing out of the accelerator pedal and
shaft arm.
2. Remove the bolts retaining the accelerator cable to the dash panel.
3. Disconnect the accelerator cable from the throttle body by rotating ...
Camshaft Lobe Lift
Special Tool(s)
Dial Indicator Gauge with
Holding Fixture
100-002 (TOOL-4201-C) or
equivalent
1. Use a Dial Indicator Gauge with Holding Fixture to measure camshaft
intake/exhaust lobe lift.
Rotate the camshaft and subtract the lowest ...
Brake Caliper Support Bracket
Removal
1. Raise and support the vehicle.
2. Remove the tire and wheel assembly.
3. CAUTION: Do not allow the rear disc brake caliper (2552) to
hang from the rear
wheel brake hose (2A442)
Remove the rear disc brake caliper bolts and position the ...

