Ford Mustang (1999-2004) Service Manual: Vacuum Hose Repair - Mini-Tube
Special Tool(s)
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Vacuum Pump Kit 416-D002 (D95L-7559-A) or equivalent |
1. Measure the length of the damaged area of the mini-tube vacuum hose.
2. Cut a piece of standard 1/8 inch inner diameter vacuum hose approximately 25 mm (1 inch longer than the damaged area of the mini-tube vacuum hose).
3. Cut off the mini-tube vacuum hose on each side of the damaged area.
4. WARNING: Read the warning information on the product label to prevent possible personal injury.
Dip the mini-tube hose ends in commercially available paint thinner containing methyl ethyl ketone (MEK). This solvent will seal the mini-tube in the vacuum hose.
5. Insert the ends of the mini-tube vacuum hose approximately 9 mm (3/8 inch) into the ends of the standard 1/8 inch repair vacuum hose section.
6. Shake the repair joint after assembly to make sure the solvent is dispersed and the vacuum line is not plugged.
7. Test the system for a vacuum leak in the repair area.
- Use the Vacuum Tester or equivalent.
Contaminated Refrigerant Handling
1. CAUTION: If contaminated refrigerant is detected, DO NOT recover the
refrigerant
into your recovery/recycling equipment.
Recover the contaminated refrigerant using suitable recovery-only equipment ...
Air Distribution and Filtering
Torque Specifications
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Other materials:
Communications Network (Diagnosis and Testing)
Refer to Wiring Diagrams Cell 14 , Multiplex Communication Network for
schematic and connector
information.
Special Tool(s)
73 Digital Multimeter or
equivalent
105-R0051
Worldwide Diagnostic System
(WDS)
418-F224,
New Genera ...
Rear Suspension (Description and Operation)
Item
Part Number
Description
1
18125
Rear shock absorber
2
-
Rear axle driveline vibration damper
3
5A649
Rear lower suspension arm and bushing (common
LH and RH)
4
5560
Rear spring
5
4731
...
Installation
1. CAUTION: Install the brake pads in full axle sets. Do not
install new brake pads on
only one side of vehicle.
Install the new slipper and brake pads.
2. Position the caliper on the anchor plate and install the bolts.
3. Install the wheel and tire ...