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

Component Replacement & Adjustment -> Passenger Cars -> Evaporator Core, Replace -> Continental -> Cougar -> Crown Victoria & Grand Marquis -> Escort -> Focus -> LS & Thunderbird -> Mustang -> Sable & Taurus -> Town Car
Vehicle: 2001 Ford Mustang Bullitt 4.6 V8 GAS

Continental

The evaporator core is not serviced separately and can only be replaced with the evaporator housing assembly.

  • Remove seats and rear seat airflow duct.
  • Remove instrument panel as outlined under "Instrument Panel."
  • Drain coolant into suitable container to level below heater core.
  • Recover refrigerant as outlined under .
  • Disconnect Powertrain Control Module (PCM) electrical connector.
  • Disconnect heater core hoses.
  • Disconnect vacuum supply hose.
  • Disconnect condenser to evaporator tube and evaporato...

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 2001 Ford Mustang AUTOMOBILES

Hydraulic Brake Systems -> Component Service -> Assemble -> Disassemble -> Inspection -> Master Cylinder Overhaul -> Overhaul -> Wheel Cylinders
Vehicle: 2001 Ford Mustang Bullitt 4.6 V8 GAS

Master Cylinder Overhaul

Disassemble
  • Clean outside of master cylinder thoroughly. Drain brake fluid from master cylinder.
  • Remove stop bolt and pressure control valves, if equipped.
  • Pry up on reservoir and remove it from master cylinder body.
  • Remove fluid control valve, if equipped.
  • Depress primary piston and remove snap ring from retaining groove at open end of bore.
  • Remove primary and secondary piston assemblies from master cylinder. If secondary piston does not come out, apply air pressure to secondary outlet port to remove.
Inspection

When disassembled, wash all parts in clean brake...

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FUEL FILTER REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 2001 Ford Mustang AUTOMOBILES

Ford Motor Co. Passenger Cars -> Fuel Pressure Relief -> Except Aspire, Festiva, Focus, Fusion, Milan, 2003-06 Crown Victoria, Grand Marquis, Sable, Taurus & Town Car, 1991-96 Escort, 1988-96 Tracer, 1991-94 Capri, 1989-91 Probe & 2005-06 Mustang
Vehicle: 2001 Ford Mustang Bullitt 4.6 V8 GAS

Do not smoke or allow an open flame of any type when working on or near any fuel system related components. The highly flammable vapor mixtures may ignite, resulting in serious personal injury.

Prior to disconnecting fuel lines, the fuel system pressure must be relieved to prevent accidental spray of fuel.

When installing the fuel filter, ensure the flow arrow is facing in the proper direction...

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

DRIVESHAFT, Replace
Vehicle: 2001 Ford Mustang Cobra 4.6 V8 GAS

  • Raise and support vehicle.
  • Remove exhaust hangers from rubber mounts.
  • Remove two mounting nuts on lefthand side exhaust flange.
  • Lower the muffler pipe to clear flange, then move muffler forward to disconnect third exhaust hanger.
  • Mark driveshaft companion flange to pinion flange for installation align...

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STARTER & ALTERNATOR REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 2001 Ford Mustang AUTOMOBILES

Starter, Replace
Vehicle: 2001 Ford Mustang 3.8 V6 GAS

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

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MAINTENANCE LAMP RESET PROCEDURES FOR 2001 Ford Mustang AUTOMOBILES

Ford Motor Co. Cars -> Check Engine Lamp/Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL)/Service Engine Soon Lamp -> 1998-2006 Models -> Keep Alive Memory (KAM) Reset & PCM Reset Less Electronic Tester -> PCM Reset Using Generic Scan Tool
Vehicle: 2001 Ford Mustang Cobra 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 by the EEC-V system. If the lamp remains On or starts to blink, a diagnostic trouble code is stored in the PCM. Following diagnosis and repair, the Check Engine/MIL lamp 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.

A temporary fault such as running out of fuel, poor quality or water in fuel or loos...

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RADIATOR & HOSE REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 2001 Ford Mustang AUTOMOBILES

Heater Hose, Replace -> Bypass -> Inlet -> Outlet
Vehicle: 2001 Ford Mustang 3.8 V6 GAS

Inlet

  • Drain cooling system into a suitable container.
  • Remove intake manifold.
  • Reposition heater hose inlet clamp at heater core.
  • Remove heater inlet hose from heater core.
  • Reposition heater core inlet hose clamp at engine.
  • Remove hose from engine.
  • Remove hose from vehicle.
  • Reverse procedure to install.

Outlet

  • Drain cooling system into a suitable container.
  • Remove intake manifold.
  • Reposition heater hose outlet clamp at heater core.
  • Disconnect heater...

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SERPENTINE BELT SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 2001 Ford Mustang AUTOMOBILES

Serpentine Drive Belt, Replace
Vehicle: 2001 Ford Mustang Bullitt 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+.

Cowl Component Locations Diagram for 2001 Ford Mustang GT 4.6 V8 GASCowl Component Locations Diagram for 2001 Ford Mustang GT 4.6 V8 GAS

Components on diagram:
  • Brake Pressure Switch
  • Powertrain Control Module
  • Clutch Pedal Position Switch
  • Deactivator Switch
  • Generic Electronic Module
  • Body Component Locations Diagram for 2001 Ford Mustang GT 4.6 V8 GASBody Component Locations Diagram for 2001 Ford Mustang GT 4.6 V8 GAS

    Components on diagram:
  • Cigar Lighter
  • Auxiliary Power Socket
  • Left Hand Door Ajar Switch
  • Right Hand Rear Brake Sensor
  • Left Hand Rear Brake Sensor
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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:
  • Driver Seat Control Switch
  • Driver Seat Motor Assembly
  • 2001 Ford Mustang Bullitt 4.6 V8 GAS Wiring Diagram2001 Ford Mustang Bullitt 4.6 V8 GAS Wiring Diagram

    Components on diagram:
  • Instrument Cluster
  • Anti-Lock Brake Control Module
  • Engine Oil Pressure Switch
  • Fuel Pump Assembly
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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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