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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+

Component Replacement & Adjustment -> Passenger Cars -> Water Pump, Replace -> 2.0L DOHC Engine -> 2.0L Engine -> 2.0L SOHC Engine -> 2.5L Engine -> 3.0L DOHC Engine -> 3.0L Engine -> 3.8L Engine -> 3.9L Engine -> 4.6L Engine -> Continental, Crown Victoria, Grand Marquis & Town Car -> Cougar -> Escort -> Focus -> LS & Thunderbird -> Mustang -> Sable & Taurus
Vehicle: 2002 Ford Mustang GT 4.6 V8 GAS

Cougar
2.0L Engine
  • Drain engine coolant into suitable container.
  • Raise and support vehicle.
  • Remove righthand front wheel and lower splash shield.
  • Lower vehicle.
  • Disconnect coolant expansion tank hoses.
  • Loosen water pump pulley mounting bolts and remove accessory drive belt.
  • Remove mounting bolts and water pump pulley.
  • Remove mounting bolts and water pump bolts by turning it 180º
  • Reverse procedure to install.
2.5L Engine
  • Remove battery and air cleaner.
  • Remove thermostat housing and ...

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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+.

Disc Brakes -> Front Disc Brakes -> Troubleshooting -> Abnormal Conditions -> Brake Booster Operation Test -> Brake Master Cylinder -> Brake Roughness -> Bypass Condition Inspection -> Lateral Runout -> Non-Pressure Leaks -> Normal Conditions -> Thickness Variation -> Wheel Bearing Looseness
Vehicle: 2009 Ford Mustang Shelby GT500 5.4 V8 GAS

Brake Roughness

Thickness Variation

If roughness or vibration is encountered during highway operation or if pedal pumping is experienced at low speeds, the disc may have excessive thickness variation. Measure the disc at 12 points with a micrometer at a radius approximately one inch from edge of disc. If thickness measurements vary by more than .0005 inch, replace the disc.

Lateral Runout

Excessive lateral runout of braking disc may cause a knocking back of the pistons, possibly creating increased pedal travel and vibration when brakes are applied.

Wheel Bearing Looseness

Adjust the w...

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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 -> Fuel Shutoff Switch Location -> 1994-04 Mustang
Vehicle: 2004 Ford Mustang Cobra 4.6 V8 GAS

The inertia switch is locat...

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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 U-JOINT, Replace -> Assemble -> Disassemble
Vehicle: 2009 Ford Mustang Shelby GT500 5.4 V8 GAS

Disassemble

Do not, under any circumstance, clamp driveshaft assembly in jaws of a vise or similar holding fixture. Denting or localized fracturing may result, causing driveshaft failure during vehicle operation. Place driveshaft on a suitable workbench. Do not damage tube.

  • Remove driveshaft.
  • If components are not marked and therefore installed incorrectly, driveshaft imbalance can occur. Index-mark driveshaft components.
  • Remove and discard all 4 of snap rings.
  • Place a suitable tool in a vise.
  • Position driveshaft slip yoke in a suitable tool.
  • Press out a bearing cup. If nec...

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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+.

Reset Procedures
Vehicle: 2009 Ford Mustang GT 4.6 V8 GAS

If the system detects low tire pressure, CHECK TIRE PRESSURE lamp wi...

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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: 2006 Ford Mustang GT 4.6 V8 GAS

  • Disconnect battery ground cable.
  • Press lock tab, remove crankcase vent tube from air cleaner outlet pipe and position it aside.
  • Loosen clamp, remove air cleaner outlet pipe from throttle body and position it aside.
  • Rotate tensioner clockwise and position front end accessory drive belt aside.
  • Remove alternator mounting bolts.
  • Remove alternator outer bracket bolts and position alternator aside...

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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: 2007 Ford Mustang 4.0 V6 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 -> Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) Warning Indicator -> 2007-09 Mustang -> Relearn -> Reset -> TPMS Sensor Activation -> TPMS Sensor Training
Vehicle: 2008 Ford Mustang Shelby GT 4.6 V8 GAS

Reset

If the system detects low tire pressure, CHECK TIRE PRESSURE lamp will illuminate. Inflating tire(s) to recommended pressure will clear the tire message.

Relearn

TPMS Sensor Activation

To conserve battery power, the TPMS sensors will go into a sleep mode after approximately 30 minutes of inactivity. The sensors will not transmit tire pressure information while in sleep mode. The sensors must be activated to transmit the latest tire pressure information.

  • Place the ignition switch in the On position.
  • Position Ford TPMS activation tool, or equivalent, against the LF tire side wall ...

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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+

Coolant Hose, Replace -> Lower -> Upper
Vehicle: 1992 Ford Mustang LX 2.3 L4 GAS

Lower

  • Drain cooling system into a suitable container.
  • Reposition hose clamp from radiator using hose clamp pliers.
  • Remove radiator outlet hose from radiator.
  • Reposition hose clamp from water pump using hose clamp pliers.
  • Remove radiator outlet hose from water pump and from vehicle.
  • Reverse procedure to install...

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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: 2008 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+.

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:
  • 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
  • RH Kick Panel Components Diagram for 1989 Ford Mustang LX 2.3 L4 GASRH Kick Panel Components Diagram for 1989 Ford Mustang LX 2.3 L4 GAS

    Components on diagram:
  • Electronic Engine Control Module
  • Connector C408
  • Connector C135
  • Connector C406
  • Connector C119
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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.

    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
  • 2002 Ford Mustang GT 4.6 V8 GAS Wiring Diagram2002 Ford Mustang GT 4.6 V8 GAS Wiring Diagram

    Components on diagram:
  • Transmission Control Switch
  • Transmission Fluid Temperature (TFT) Sensor
  • Shift Solenoid B
  • Torque Converter Clutch (TCC) Solenoid
  • Shift Solenoid A
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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: RECALL - IGNITION SWITCH
    Vehicle: 1993 Ford Mustang SVT Cobra R 5.0 V8 GAS

    Auto Systems:
  • Ignition, Electronic Ignition
  • Chassis Electrical, Wiring, Fuses & Breakers, Wipers, Motors
  • Document: ELEC DIODE - ID & SERVICE REPLACEMENTS - REV
    Vehicle: 1987 Ford Mustang LX 2.3 L4 GAS

    Auto Systems:
  • Chassis Electrical, Wiring, Fuses & Breakers, Wipers, Motors
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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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