2003 FORD MUSTANG coolant

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FORD MUSTANG 2003  Workshop Manual SPECIFICATIONS 
SECTION 303-
03A: Engine Cooling  2003 Mustang Workshop Manual General Specifications 
Item  Specification 
Cooling System Capacity  15.2 L (4.0 gal) 
Coolant Type 
Motorcraft Premium

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FORD MUSTANG 2003  Workshop Manual Intake manifold bolts  10  — 89 
Supercharger drive belt cover  10  — 89 
Thermostat housing bolts  10  — 89 
Vacuum accessory bracket fasteners  10  — 89 
Coolant outlet connection bolts (4.6

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FORD MUSTANG 2003  Workshop Manual DESCRIPTION AND OPERATION 
Engine Cooling 
 CAUTION: Vehicle cooling systems are filled with Motorcraft Premium Gold Engine 
Coolant VC -7-A (in Oregon VC -7-B) or equivalent meeting Ford specificatio

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FORD MUSTANG 2003  Workshop Manual The 3.8L cooling system components include the: 
�zblock heater 
�z engine coolant temperature (ECT) sensor 
�z fan blade, fan motor and fan shroud assembly 
�z radiator 
�z radiator cap 
�z radiator

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FORD MUSTANG 2003  Workshop Manual meeting Ford specification WSS-
M97B44-D. Mixing coolants may degrade the coolants 
corrosion protection. 
�z Do not add alcohol, methanol, or brine, or any engine coolants mixed with alcohol or meth

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FORD MUSTANG 2003  Workshop Manual DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING 
Engine Cooling 
Inspection and Verification 
 WARNING: Never remove the pressure relief cap while the engine is operating or when the 
cooling system is hot. Failure to follow t

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FORD MUSTANG 2003  Workshop Manual 3. If the inspection reveals an obvious concern that can be readily identified, repair as necessary. 
4.
 CAUTION: Some vehicle cooling systems are filled with Motorcraft Premium Gold 
Engine Coolant

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FORD MUSTANG 2003  Workshop Manual �„
If coolant is low, add specified coolant mixture only. 
�„ If the engine coolant tests too weak, add straight engine coolant until the readings 
are within acceptable levels. 
�„ If the engin