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:
Glass, Frames and Mechanisms (Diagnosis and Testing)
Refer to Wiring Diagrams Cell 100 , Power Windows for schematic and
connector information.
Refer to Wiring Diagrams Cell 56 , Rear Window Defrost for schematic and
connector information.
Special Tool(s)
Worldwide Diagnostic System
(WDS)
4 ...
Stabilizer Bar
Removal
CAUTION: Suspension fasteners are critical parts because they affect
performance of vital
components and systems and their failure can result in major service expense. A
new part with
the same part number must be installed if installation becomes nec ...
Gearshift Lever and Boot
Material
Removal and Installation
1. Remove the gearshift lever knob.
2. Remove the console panel gearshift plate. Lift the gearshift lever boot
over the gearshift lever.
3. Remove the bolts and the shift lever.
4. Remove the screws and the inner shif ...

