2003 FORD MUSTANG warning

GENERAL PROCEDURES
System Flushing —
CIII Power Steering Pump
WARNING: Do not mix oil types. Any mixture or any unapproved oil can lead to seal
deterioration and leaks. A leak can ultimately cause loss of fluid, which can result in a loss of
power steering assist.
1. Remove the fuel pump fuse from the battery junction box.
2. Disconnect the power steering return hose. Plug the reservoir.
3. Attach an extension hose between the power steering return hose and an empty container.
4. Raise the front wheels off the floor. For additional information, refer to Section 100 - 02 .
5. Check the fluid level. If necessary, fill the reservoir to the correct level. zUse Motorcraft MERCON® Multi-Purpose ATF XT -2-QDX or MERCON® equivalent.
6. CAUTION: Do not crank the engine for more than 15 seconds at a time. Allow the
starter to cool for 1 minute before cranking again. Premature starter failure can occur.
CAUTION: Do not hold the steering wheel against the stops for more than three to
five seconds at a time. Damage to the power steering pump could occur.
Turn the steering wheel from stop- to-stop while cranking the engine until the fluid exiting the
power steering return hose is clear of all contamination and foreign material.
zAdd Motorcraft MERCON® Multi-Purpose ATF XT -2-QDX or MERCON® equivalent as
needed.
7. Lower the vehicle.
8. Disconnect the extension hose from the power steering return hose. Remove the plug. Attach the power steering return hose to the reservoir.
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GENERAL PROCEDURES
Fill
1. WARNING: Do not mix oil types, any mixture or any unapproved oil can lead to seal
deterioration and leaks. A leak can ultimately cause loss of fluid, which can result in a
loss of power steering assist.
Check the fluid level. If necessary, fill the reservoir to the correct level.
zUse Motorcraft MERCON® Multi-Purpose ATF XT -2-QDX or MERCON® equivalent.
2. Remove the fuel pump fuse from the battery junction box.
3. Raise the front wheels off the floor. For additional information, refer to Section 100 - 02 .
4. CAUTION: Do not crank the engine for more than 15 seconds at a time. Allow the
starter to cool for 1 minute before cranking again. Premature starter failure can occur.
CAUTION: Do not hold the steering wheel against the stops for more than three to
five seconds at a time. Damage to the power steering pump will occur.
Turn the steering wheel from stop- to-stop while cranking the engine.
5. Lower the vehicle.
6. CAUTION: Do not overfill the reservoir.
Check the fluid level. If necessary, fill the reservoir to the correct level. zUse Motorcraft MERCON® Multi-Purpose ATF XT -2-QDX or MERCON® equivalent.
7. Install the fuel pump fuse.
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NOTE:
All fasteners are important because they can affect the performance of vital parts and systems.
Incorrect installation of the fasteners can result in major repair expenses. They must be installed new
with fasteners of the same part number if installation becomes necessary. Do not install a new part of
lesser quality or substitute a design. Torque values must be used as specified during assembly to
make sure these parts function correctly.
The body of the steering column (3C529) is made of magnesium die castings. The steering column is
attached to a support that is an integral part of the instrument panel. The lower attachments of the
steering column are through a bracket that bends during collapse. The upper attachments are through
plastic shear modules that separate from the main casting during collapse. A clip and washer are
attached to the shear modules to reduce steering column shake and to assist in installation of the
steering column. 45 N621906 Nut
46 N803942 Bolt
47 3A525 Intermediate shaft coupling
48 11A128 Ignition key warning switch terminal
49 N806583 Bearing housing retaining screw
50 N804865-
S58 Screw
51 14A06 Wire connector bracket
52 3E715 Lock lever lower actuator
53 3E691 Lock pawl
54 3F723 Actuator housing
55 3E745 Lock actuator cover
56 3F719 Ignition/shifter interlock cable
57 N808124-
58M Screw
58 3D655 Position spring
59 3D656 Tilt flange bumper
60 N806582 Tilt pivot screws
61 11582 Ignition switch lock cylinder
62 3E700 Lock housing bearing
63 3E717 Lock gear
64 3530 Upper shroud
65 3511 Lock cylinder housing
66 N805857 Lock actuator lever pin
67 3D681 Bearing retainer Klj . 3 ba
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GENERAL PROCEDURES
Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) Deactivation and
Reactivation
Deactivation
WARNING: Always wear safety glasses when repairing an air bag supplemental restraint
system (SRS) vehicle and when handling an air bag module. This will reduce the risk of injury
in the event of an accidental deployment.
WARNING: After deployment, the air bag surface can contain deposits of sodium
hydroxide, a product of the gas generant combustion that is irritating to the skin. Wash your
hands with soap and water afterwards.
WARNING: Never probe the connectors on the air bag module. Doing so can result in air
bag deployment, which can result in personal injury.
WARNING: Air bag modules with discolored or damaged trim covers must be installed
new, not repainted.
WARNING: The restraint system diagnostic tool is for restraint system service only.
Remove from vehicle prior to road use. Failure to remove could result in injury and possible
violation of vehicle safety standards.
1. WARNING: To avoid accidental deployment and possible personal injury, the
backup power supply must be depleted before repairing or replacing any front or side air
bag supplemental restraint system (SRS) components and before servicing, replacing,
adjusting or striking components near the front or side air bag sensors, such as doors,
instrument panel, console, door latches, strikers, seats and hood latches.
Please refer to the appropriate vehicle shop manual to determine location of the front air
bag sensors.
The side air bag sensors are located at or near the base of the B- pillar.
To deplete the backup power supply energy, disconnect the battery ground cable and
wait at least one minute. Be sure to disconnect auxiliary batteries and power supplies (if equipped). SECTION 211-
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10. Connect the battery ground cable. For additional information, refer to
Section 414 - 01 .
11. With the restraint system diagnostic tools installed at all deployable devices, prove out the supplemental restraint system (SRS). For additional information, refer to Section 501 - 20B .
12. Disconnect the battery ground cable and wait at least one minute. For additional information, refer to Section 414 - 01 .
Reactivation WARNING: To reduce the risk of serious personal injury, read and follow all warnings,
cautions, and notes at the beginning of the deactivation procedure.
1. Disconnect the battery ground cable and wait at least one minute. For additional information, refer to Section 414 - 01 .
2. Remove the restraint system diagnostic tool from the passenger air bag module electrical connector.
3. Connect the passenger air bag module electrical connector. Klj . 4 ba
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10. Connect the battery ground cable. For additional information, refer to
Section 414 - 01 .
11. WARNING: The restraint system diagnostic tool is for restraint system service only.
Remove from vehicle prior to road use. Failure to remove could result in injury and
possible violation of vehicle safety standards.
With all the restraint system diagnostic tools removed, prove out the supplemental restraint
system (SRS). For additional information, refer to Section 501 - 20B . Klj . 6 ba
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REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION
Ignition Switch Lock Cylinder —
Non-Functional
Removal and Installation 1. NOTE: Make sure the front wheels are in the straight- ahead position.
Disconnect the battery ground cable (14301) and wait at least one minute to allow the depletion
of the restraint system backup power supply. For additional information, refer to Section 414 -
01 .
2. WARNING: To avoid the risk of serious personal injury, read and follow all
warnings, cautions, notes and instructions in the deactivation procedure.
Deactivate the supplemental restraint system (SRS). For additional information, refer to
Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) Deactivation and Reactivation in this section.
3. WARNING: To reduce the risk of serious personal injury, read and follow all
warnings, cautions, notes and instructions in the steering wheel removal and installation
procedure.
Remove the steering wheel assembly. For additional information, refer to Wheel in this section.
4. Twist off the cap from the ignition switch cylinder.
5. NOTE: The lock cylinder is repaired by discarding the inoperative lock cylinder and building a
new lock cylinder using the appropriate lock repair package (F85Z-11582- AA). The lock repair
package includes a detailed instruction sheet to build the new lock cylinder to the current key
code of the vehicle.
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9.
WARNING: To avoid the risk of serious personal injury, read and follow all
warnings, cautions, notes and instructions in the reactivation procedure.
Reactivate the supplemental restraint system (SRS). For additional information, refer to
Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) Deactivation and Reactivation in this section. Klj . 3 ba
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