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2001 Ford Mustang CAR/TRUCK REPAIR PROCEDURES AND DIAGRAMS - WHAT Ford REPAIR SHOPS DON'T WANT YOU TO KNOW

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A/C & HEATER SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 2001 Ford Mustang AUTOMOBILES

Manual Air Conditioning & Heater System Diagnosis & Testing -> Component Testing & Diagnosis -> Heater Core Pressure Test
Vehicle: 2001 Ford Mustang 3.8 V6 GAS

Heater Core Pressure Test

  • Drain coolant from cooling system, then disconnect water hoses from heater core tubes and install a short piece of heater water hose approximately four inches in length on each tube.
  • Prepare heater core as follows:
    • Fill heater core and water hoses with water, then install plug tool No. BT-7422-B, or equivalent, in one hose end and adapter tool No. BT-7422-A from Rotunda Radiator/Heater Core Pressure Tester tool No. 021-00012, or equivalent, into other end.
    • Secure hoses, plug and adapter with hose cl...

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 2001 Ford Mustang AUTOMOBILES

Power Brake Units -> Troubleshooting -> Bendix Diaphragm Types -> Bendix Hydro-Boost Type -> Brakes Grab -> Erratic Booster Operation, Binding, Grabbing Or Sticking -> Hard Pedal Or No Assist -> No Or Slow Release -> No Power Assist
Vehicle: 2001 Ford Mustang Cobra 4.6 V8 GAS

Complaints about power brake operation should be handled as if two separate systems exist. Inspect for faults in the hydraulic system first. If it is satisfactory, start inspecting the power brake circuit. For a quick inspection of proper power unit operation, press the brake pedal firmly and then start the engine. The pedal should fall away slightly and less pressure should be needed to maintain the pedal in any position.

Another inspection begins with installation of a suitable pressure gauge in the brake hydraulic system. Take a reading with the engine Off and the power unit n...

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FUEL FILTER REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 2001 Ford Mustang AUTOMOBILES

Ford Motor Co. Passenger Cars -> Fuel Filter Scheduled Maintenance -> 1999-06 Mustang -> Normal Service -> Severe Service
Vehicle: 2001 Ford Mustang GT 4.6 V8 GAS

Normal Service

Replace every 30,0...

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DRIVELINE, U-JOINT & CV AXLES REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 2001 Ford Mustang AUTOMOBILES

DRIVESHAFT U-JOINT, Replace -> Assemble -> Disassemble
Vehicle: 2001 Ford Mustang Cobra 4.6 V8 GAS

Disassemble

Under no circumstances is the driveshaft assembly to be clamped in the jaws of a vise or similar holding fixture. Denting or localizing fracture can result, causing driveshaft failure during vehicle operation. Place the driveshaft on a suitable workbench, being careful not to damage the tube.

If components are not marked and installed correctly, driveline imbalance can occur. Index-mark the positions of the driveshaft components.

  • Remove the driveshaft.
  • Clamp the U-Joint Tool in a vise.
  • Remove all four of the snap rings.
  • Position the driveshaft flange yoke in th...

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STARTER & ALTERNATOR REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 2001 Ford Mustang AUTOMOBILES

Starter, Replace
Vehicle: 2001 Ford Mustang Bullitt 4.6 V8 GAS

  • Disconnect battery ground cable.
  • Raise and support vehicle.
  • Remove solenoid protective cap and wiring nuts. Position wiring aside.
  • Remove starter motor mounting bolts, then starter motor from vehicle.
  • Reverse pr...

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MAINTENANCE LAMP RESET PROCEDURES FOR 2001 Ford Mustang AUTOMOBILES

Ford Motor Co. Cars -> Powertrain Malfunction Indicator ->
Vehicle: 2001 Ford Mustang Bullitt 4.6 V8 GAS

This lamp should light when the ignition is turned On. After engine starts, the lamp should go off, unless a fault condition is detected in the powertrain system. If the lamp remains On a diagnostic trouble code is stored in the PCM. Following diagnosis and repair, the Powertrain Malfunction Indicator will automatically reset when stored diagnostic trouble codes are cleared from PCM memory. The PCM reset procedure allows the scan tool to command the PCM to clear all diagnostic trouble codes.

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RADIATOR & HOSE REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 2001 Ford Mustang AUTOMOBILES

Radiator, Replace
Vehicle: 2001 Ford Mustang 3.8 V6 GAS

  • Drain radiator and degas bottle coolant into suitable container.
  • Disconnect cooling fan motor electrical connector and separate fan harness from shroud.
  • Remove fan shroud left and righthand mounting bolts.
  • Remove cooling fan, motor and shroud as an assembly.
  • Remove radiator sight shield.
  • Disconnec...

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SERPENTINE BELT SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 2001 Ford Mustang AUTOMOBILES

Serpentine Drive Belt, Replace
Vehicle: 2001 Ford Mustang GT 4.6 V8 GAS

  • Insert a suitable square drive tool into square hole in tensioner arm, then rotate tensioner...

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COMPONENT LOCATION DIAGRAMS FOR 2001 Ford Mustang AUTOMOBILES

Component location diagrams for most 2001 Ford Mustang cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1990+.

Body Component Locations Diagram for 2001 Ford Mustang  3.8 V6 GASBody Component Locations Diagram for 2001 Ford Mustang 3.8 V6 GAS

Components on diagram:
  • Rear Window Defrost Grid
  • Luggage Compartment Lid Release Solenoid
  • High Mounted Stop/Luggage Compartment Lamp Assembly
  • Right Hand Door Ajar Switch
  • Left Hand Door Speaker
  • Transmission Component Locations Diagram for 2001 Ford Mustang Cobra 4.6 V8 GASTransmission Component Locations Diagram for 2001 Ford Mustang Cobra 4.6 V8 GAS

    Components on diagram:
  • Output Shaft Speed Sensor
  • Digital Transmission Range Sensor
  • Reversing Lamp Switch
  • Connector C-110
  • Connector C-132
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    WIRING DIAGRAMS FOR 2001 Ford Mustang AUTOMOBILES

    OEM drawn wiring diagrams for most 2001 Ford Mustang cars and light trucks sold in the U.S.

    2001 Ford Mustang Cobra 4.6 V8 GAS Wiring Diagram2001 Ford Mustang Cobra 4.6 V8 GAS Wiring Diagram

    Components on diagram:
  • Left Fog Lamp
  • Main Light Switch
  • Right Fog Lamp
  • Fog Lamps Switch
  • Fog Lamps Relay
  • 2001 Ford Mustang Cobra 4.6 V8 GAS Wiring Diagram2001 Ford Mustang Cobra 4.6 V8 GAS Wiring Diagram

    Components on diagram:
  • Passive Anti-Theft Transceiver Module
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    TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETINS FOR 2001 Ford Mustang AUTOMOBILES

    OEM TSB listings for most 2001 Ford Mustang cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1985+.

    Document: RECALL - CERTAIN 1992-2003 MODEL YEAR CARS AND TRUCKS - FUSED JUMPER HARNESS REPLACEMENT FOR VEHICLES SERVICED WITH AN INCOMPATIBLE FUSED JUMPER HARNESS
    Vehicle: 2001 Ford Mustang 3.8 V6 GAS

    Auto Systems:
  • Chassis Electrical, Wiring, Fuses & Breakers, Wipers, Motors
  • Document: RECALL - 1992-2004 MULTIPLE VEHICLE LINES - SPEED CONTROL SYSTEM MODIFICATION
    Vehicle: 2001 Ford Mustang 3.8 V6 GAS

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    COMPONENT/PARTS SPECIFICATIONS FOR 2001 Ford Mustang AUTOMOBILES

    BRAKE SPECIFICATIONS: Brake drum, rotor, caliper, and related specifications for most 2001 Ford Mustang cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1970+.

    • Brake caliper mounting bolt torque
    • Brake drum runout, machining, & discard specs
    • Minimum brake lining thickness.
    • Brake rotor runout, parallelism, machining, discard, & finish specs

    A/C SYSTEM SPECIFICATIONS: Air conditioning refrigerant capacity and type as well as lubricant capacity for most 2001 Ford Mustang cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1980+.

    • Refrigerant capacity & type, compressor oil viscosity, total system oil capacity & compressor clutch gap

    COOLING SYSTEM BLEED: Cooling system bleeder valve identification, bleeder type and bleed procedures for most domestic and imported cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1986+.

    PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE: Preventive maintenance recommendations and required services for most domestic and imported cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1980+. Includes severe and routine service schedules

    QUICK-LUBE and ILLUSTRATIONS: Fluid recommendations, capacities, drain plug torques, tire data, and severe service recommended preventive maintenance schedules. Information covers most 2001 Ford Mustang cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1980+. Engine and chassis service images.

    • Automatic transmission/transaxles capacities, lubricant recommendations
    • Differential/final drive capacities, lube recommendations, grades, & viscosities
    • Final drive fill & drain plug torques
    • Number of lubrication fittings & plugs
    • Power steering, brake, & clutch fluid recommendations
    • Manual transmission/transaxle capacities, lube recommendations, grades, & viscosities
    • Number of lubrication fittings & plugs
    • Power steering, brake, & clutch fluid recommendations
    • Engine oil capacities, API grade recommendations, SAE viscosity recommendations, drain plug torque
    • Severe service maintenance & interval recommendations
    • Tire sizes, wheel nut/bolt torque, pressures & rim sizes
    • Transfer case capacities, lube recommendations, grades, & viscosities

    TUNE-UP & DRIVEABILITY SPECIFICATIONS: Most tune-up specifications for most 2001 Ford Mustang cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1980+

    • Airflow sensor electrical specifications
    • Tensioning specifications for systems with automatic tensioners
    • Barometric pressure sensor specs
    • Battery group number and cranking performance
    • Crankshaft & camshaft position sensor resistance
    • Engine compression pressures
    • Coolant temperature sensor specs
    • Computer advance.
    • Diesel fuel temperature sensor resistance.
    • Distributor advance specifications
    • Ignition pickup coil resistance
    • Exhaust gas recirculation temperature sensor resistance
    • Engine fastener torque values
    • Firing order diagrams
    • Fuel system pressures
    • Generator (alternator) specs
    • Intake air temperature sensor specs
    • Ignition coil specifications
    • Fuel injector resistance
    • Engine idle speeds
    • Knock sensor resistance
    • Manifold absolute pressure sensor specs
    • Mixture control solenoid resistance
    • Voltage regulator specs
    • Spark plug applications & gaps
    • Starter motor electrical specs.
    • Tensioning specifications for systems without automatic tensioners
    • Throttle body temperature sensor resistance
    • Ignition timing in degrees at rpm
    • Transmission oil temperature sensor resistance
    • Throttle position sensor specs
    • Vacuum sensor valve specs

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