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A/C & HEATER SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR Ford Mustang AUTOMOBILES

Air Conditioner and Heater Service Includes module configuration procedures, general service, maintenance, automatic temperature control, compressor services, electric cooling fans, vacuum diagrams, specifications, and manual air conditioning and heater diagnostics and replacement procedures for domestic and imported Ford Mustang cars and light trucks from 1990+

Electric Cooling Fans -> Description -> Aviator -> Crown Victoria, Grand Marquis, Marauder & Town Car -> Escape -> Escort ZX2 -> Focus -> Freestar & Monterey -> LS & Thunderbird -> Mustang, Ranger & Windstar -> Sable & Taurus
Vehicle: 2003 Ford Mustang Cobra 4.6 V8 GAS

Aviator

The electric cooling fan is used in conjunction with an engine driven fan and clutch. The PCM provides control by completing the ground circuit of the fan. The PCM will command the fan to operate under one or more of the following conditions: when engine temperature is above 210°F, transmission oil temperature is above 230°F, or when the A/C system is in operation.

Crown Victoria, Grand Marquis, Marauder & Town Car

The cooling fan is controlled by the PCM. Fan operation is based on input from various sensors and systems into the PCM. When certain param...

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR Ford Mustang AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported Ford Mustang cars and light trucks from 1990+.

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 Ford Mustang AUTOMOBILES

Fuel filter replacement procedures with corresponding images for most domestic and imported Ford Mustang cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. for 1980+.

Ford Motor Co. Passenger Cars -> Component Locations -> 1987-06 Mustang
Vehicle: 2001 Ford Mustang Bullitt 4.6 V8 GAS

Refer to Fig...

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

Includes CV axle, universal joint, and driveline replacement, for domestic and imported Ford Mustang cars and light trucks from 1990+.

DRIVESHAFT, Replace
Vehicle: 2002 Ford Mustang GT 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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TIRE PRESSURE MONITORING SYSTEM PROCEDURES FOR Ford Mustang AUTOMOBILES

Description, component locations, reset procedures, relearn procedures, diagnosis and testing, wiring diagrams, component replacement, and identification of vehicles equipped and not equipped with tire pressure monitoring system for most domestic and imported Ford Mustang cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from mid 1990's+.

Diagnosis & Testing -> Accessing Diagnostic Trouble Codes -> Clearing Diagnostic Trouble Codes -> Diagnostic Trouble Code Identification -> Intermittent & Poor Connections -> Intermittents -> Poor Connections -> Symptom Test
Vehicle: 2008 Ford Mustang Bullitt 4.6 V8 GAS

Accessing Diagnostic Trouble Codes

Connect a suitably programmed scan tool to DLC (Data Link Connector) and follow manufacturer's instructions.

Diagnostic Trouble Code Identification

Refer to Fig. for diagnostic trouble code identification.

Clearing Diagnostic Trouble Codes

Connect a suitably programmed scan tool to DLC (Data Link Connector), and follow manufacturer's instructions.

Symptom Test

Refer to Fig. , for Symptom Test Chart.

Intermittent & Poor Connections

Intermittents

Most intermittents are caused by faulty electrical connections or wiring. Inspect for the following:

  • Wiring...

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STARTER & ALTERNATOR REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR Ford Mustang AUTOMOBILES

Includes starter and alternator replacement procedures for domestic and imported Ford Mustang cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Alternator, Replace
Vehicle: 1998 Ford Mustang 3.8 V6 GAS

  • Disconnect battery ground cable.
  • Remove accessory drive belt from alternator pulley.
  • Disconnect wire harness attachments to alternator and voltage regulator assembly.
  • Remove mounting bracket top of ...

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CABIN AIR FILTER LOCATIONS & REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR Ford Mustang AUTOMOBILES

Cabin air filter locations and replacement procedures with corresponding images for most domestic and imported Ford Mustang cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. as equipped to the current model year.

Cabin Air Filter Service -> Ford Motor Co. -> 2002-05 Thunderbird & 2005-09 Mustang
Vehicle: 2009 Ford Mustang Shelby GT500KR 5.4 V8 GAS

Under normal operating conditions the cabin air filter should be replaced every 15,000 miles. In dusty areas change the cabin air filter more often.

  • Open the hood.
  • Remove the lefthand and righthand cowl trim pieces.
  • Note position of wiper blades on windshield.
  • Remove the wiper arm nut covers, then the nuts and wiper arms.
  • Remove the pin type retainers attaching the cowl cover to the cowl, Fig. .
  • Release the righthand corner of the cabin air filter by pushing on the retaining cl...

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MAINTENANCE LAMP RESET PROCEDURES FOR Ford Mustang AUTOMOBILES

Maintenance lamp reset procedures with corresponding images for most domestic and imported Ford Mustang cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1990+.

Ford Motor Co. Cars -> Low Oil Level Warning Indicator ->
Vehicle: 1992 Ford Mustang GT 5.0 V8 GAS

This system is used to indicate when the engine oil level is 11/2 quarts or more below the specified level. The lamp should light during engine starting. If the oil level is sufficient, the lamp will go off when the engine is operating. If the ...

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RADIATOR & HOSE REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR Ford Mustang AUTOMOBILES

Includes radiator, cooling and heater hose replacement procedures for domestic and imported Ford Mustang cars and light trucks from 1990+

Heater Hose, Replace -> Bypass -> Inlet -> Outlet
Vehicle: 2001 Ford Mustang Cobra 4.6 V8 GAS

Inlet

  • Drain cooling system into a suitable container.
  • 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.
  • Reposition heater hose outlet clamp at heater core.
  • Disconnect heater outlet hose from heater co...

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SERPENTINE BELT SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR Ford Mustang AUTOMOBILES

Serpentine belt replacement procedures with corresponding images for most domestic and imported Ford Mustang cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1990+.

Serpentine Drive Belt, Replace
Vehicle: 2007 Ford Mustang 4.0 V6 GAS

  • Rotate or lift the belt tensioner arm, using a suitable tool to relieve tension from dr...

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COMPONENT LOCATION DIAGRAMS FOR Ford Mustang AUTOMOBILES

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

Transmission Harness Diagram for 2008 Ford Mustang Shelby GT500KR 5.4 V8 GASTransmission Harness Diagram for 2008 Ford Mustang Shelby GT500KR 5.4 V8 GAS

Components on diagram:
  • Heated Oxygen Sensor Connector
  • Connector C141
  • Connector C142
  • Connector C169
  • Connector C171
  • Steering Column Diagram for 2006 Ford Mustang  4.0 V6 GASSteering Column Diagram for 2006 Ford Mustang 4.0 V6 GAS

    Components on diagram:
  • Wiper Switch
  • Washer Switch
  • Ignition Switch
  • Clock Spring
  • Multifunction Switch
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    WIRING DIAGRAMS FOR Ford Mustang AUTOMOBILES

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

    1998 Ford Mustang GT 4.6 V8 GAS Wiring Diagram1998 Ford Mustang GT 4.6 V8 GAS Wiring Diagram

    Components on diagram:
  • Radio
  • 2000 Ford Mustang GT 4.6 V8 GAS Wiring Diagram2000 Ford Mustang GT 4.6 V8 GAS Wiring Diagram

    Components on diagram:
  • Starter Motor/Solenoid
  • Battery
  • Generator
  • Regulator
  • Stator
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    TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETINS FOR Ford Mustang AUTOMOBILES

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

    Document: FILTER REFRIGERANT AFTER COMPRESSOR REPL - REV FOUR
    Vehicle: 1985 Ford Mustang GT 5.0 V8 GAS

    Auto Systems:
  • Heating, A/C, Ventilation, Defogger
  • Document: EMISSIONS RECALL - EXCESSIVE HC AND CO DUE TO MAT-MOUNT CATALYST FAILURE
    Vehicle: 1987 Ford Mustang LX 2.3 L4 GAS

    Auto Systems:
  • Emission Controls, Vacuum Hoses
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    COMPONENT/PARTS SPECIFICATIONS FOR Ford Mustang AUTOMOBILES

    BRAKE SPECIFICATIONS: Brake drum, rotor, caliper, and related specifications for most 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 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 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 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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