2003 FORD MUSTANG battery

REMOVAL
Engine
Removal
1. Remove the battery. For additional information, refer to Section 414 - 01 .
2. Release the fuel pressure. For additional information, refer to Section 310 - 00 .
3. Drain the engine cooling system. For additional information, refer to Section 303 - 03A .
4. Drain the supercharger cooling system. For additional information, refer to Section 303 - 03B .
5. Recover the A/C system refrigerant. For additional information, refer to Section 412 - 00 .
6. Remove the hood- to-body ground strap. 7. NOTE: Mark the hood hinge locations to aid in hood installation. SECTION 303-
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Lifting Bracket, Engine
303-
D087 (D93P-6001- A1) Lifting Bracket, Engine
303-
D088 (D93P-6001- A2) Spreader Bar
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45. Disconnect the power steering hose.
46. Remove the power steering bracket bolt.
47. Remove the power steering hose from the grommet.
48. Remove the bolts and the battery tray. Klj . 11 ba
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18. Install the clutch. For additional information, refer to
Section 308 - 01 .
19. Install the auxiliary crankshaft pulley. For additional information, refer to Crankshaft Pulley —
Auxiliary in this section.
20. Install the battery tray and the mounting bolts.
21. Position the power steering hose into the grommet.
22. Install the bracket mounting bolt.
23. Position the power steering hose and tighten the fitting. Klj . 6 ba
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60.
NOTE: Use reference marks made during removal to aid in the installation.
Install the hood and the four nuts.
61. Install the hood- to-body ground strap.
62. Connect the battery ground cable. For additional information, refer to Section 414 - 01 .
63. Fill the crankcase with clean engine oil and check that all other fluids are at the correct levels.
64. Fill and bleed the engine cooling system. For additional information, refer to Section 303 - 03A .
65. Fill and purge the power steering system. For additional information, refer to Section 211 - 00 .
66. Start the engine and check for leaks. Stop the engine and recheck the fluid levels.
67. Charge the A/C system. For additional information, refer to Section 412 - 00 . Klj . 16 ba
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IN-
VEHICLE REPAIR
Valve Cover RH
Removal 1. Disconnect the battery ground cable. For additional information, refer to Section 414 - 01 .
2. Drain the cooling system. For additional information, refer to Section 303 - 03A .
3. Recover the refrigerant. For additional information, refer to Section 412 - 00 .
4. Remove the air cleaner outlet tube. For additional information, refer to Section 303 - 12 .
5. Remove the RH ignition coil cover bolts and the cover.
6. Disconnect the ignition coil electrical connectors.
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01D: Engine — Mach I 4.6L (4V) 2003 Mustang Workshop Manual Material
Item Specification
Metal Surface Cleaner
F4AZ-
19A536- RA or equivalent WSE-
M5B392-
A Silicone Gasket and Sealant
F7AZ-
19554- EA or equivalent WSE-
M4G323-
A4 PAG Refrigerant Compressor
Oil
F7AZ-
19589- DA (Motorcraft
YN- 12-C) or equivalent WSH-
M1C231-
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16. Install the RH ignition coil cover and the two bolts.
17. Install the air cleaner outlet tube. For additional information, refer to
Section 303 - 12 .
18. Connect the battery ground cable. For additional information, refer to Section 414 - 01 .
19. Fill the cooling system. For additional information, refer to Section 303 - 03A .
20. Recharge the A/C system. For additional information, refer to Section 412 - 00 . Klj . 9 ba
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IN-
VEHICLE REPAIR
Exhaust Manifold RH
Removal and Installation 1. Disconnect the battery ground cable. For additional information, refer to Section 414 - 01 .
2. Raise the vehicle. For additional information, refer to Section 100 - 02 .
3. Remove the dual converter Y- pipe. For additional information, refer to Section 309 - 00 .
4. Remove the starter. For additional information, refer to Section 303 - 06 .
5. Remove the exhaust manifold. 1. Remove the nuts.
2. Remove the exhaust manifold.
3. Remove and discard the gasket.
6. To install, reverse the removal procedure. zUse a new exhaust manifold gasket.
z Tighten the exhaust manifold nuts in the sequence shown.
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IN-
VEHICLE REPAIR
Exhaust Manifold LH
Removal and Installation 1. Position the steering wheel straight ahead and lock the column.
2. Disconnect the battery ground cable. For additional information, refer to Section 414 - 01 .
3. Raise the vehicle. For additional information, refer to Section 100 - 02 .
4. Remove the dual converter Y- pipe. For additional information, refer to Section 309 - 00 .
5. Remove and discard the pinch bolt.
6. Separate the steering coupler.
7. Disconnect the exhaust gas recirculation (EGR) tube at the exhaust manifold.
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