2003 FORD MUSTANG dimensions

11. Turn (or have an assistant turn) the steering wheel slightly in both directions and release quickly
while watching the pressure gauge.
zThe pressure reading should move from the normal back pressure reading and snap
back as the steering wheel is released.
z If the pressure returns slowly or sticks, the rotary valve in the steering gear is sticking or
the steering column is binding. Check the steering column and linkages before servicing
the steering gear.
Tie- Rod Articulation Torque
1. NOTE: This check may be done with the steering gear on or off the vehicle.
Disconnect the tie- rod end from the front wheel spindle. For additional information, refer to
Section 211 - 02 .
2. Move the front wheel spindle tie- rod back and forth three times.
3. Hook the special tool 211- 034 (T74P-3504-Y) over the tie-rod end or the threaded portion of the
front wheel spindle tie- rod and measure the force required to move the front wheel spindle tie-
rod. Refer to Tie- Rod Articulation Torque in General Specifications in this section.
4. If the force required to move the front wheel spindle tie- rod does not meet the specifications,
install a new front wheel spindle tie- rod. For additional information, refer to Section 211 - 02 .
Steering Gear Valve 1. With the vehicle in motion, place the transmission in NEUTRAL and turn the engine OFF. zIf the vehicle does not pull with the engine OFF, install a new steering gear. For
additional information, refer to Section 211 - 02 .
2. If the vehicle pulls with the engine OFF, cross- switch the front wheels.
3. If the vehicle pulls to the opposite side, cross- switch the front and rear wheels on the same side.
4. If the vehicle pull direction does not change, check the front suspension components, wheel alignment and frame alignment. For additional information, refer to Section 204 - 00 or frame
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Cleaning
1. Fabricate a cleaning tool from a 1/8 inch diameter brazing rod.
2. Cut an abrasive pad from maroon colored 3M Scotch Brite® with the dimensions corresponding to the coupling size.
3. Assemble the pad to the tool.
4. Coat the abrasive pad with PAG Refrigerant Compressor Oil (R- 134a Systems) or equivalent.
5. Roll the pad on the tool and install it in a variable speed drill motor.
6. CAUTION: Maintain low speed drill rotation when inserting or removing the cleaning Coupling Size Pad Size
3/8 inch 25 x 50 mm (1 x 2 inch)
1/2 inch 25 x 50 mm (1 x 2 inch)
5/8 inch 25 x 76 mm (1 x 3 inch)
3/4 inch 25 x 102 mm (1 x 4 inch) Klj . 3 ba
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7. Adjust the gap between the front of the side rail and the header to the previously recorded
dimensions.
8. Tighten the bolts.
9. Connect the cable to the rear rail. 10. Attach the vinyl top cover flap to the rear rail. Klj . 8 ba
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GENERAL PROCEDURES
Underbody Misalignment Check
Underbody Dimensions
SECTION 502-
00: Frame and Body Mounting 2003 Mustang Workshop Manual Item Part Number Description
1 — 1390.65 mm (54.750 in)
2 — 1535.75 mm (61.43 in)
3 — 1123.25 mm (44.93 in)
4 — 1450.97 mm (57.125 in)
5 — 420.68 mm (16.5622 in)
6 — 1450.97 mm (57.125 in)
7 — 1065.28 mm (41.9400 in)
8 — 420.68 mm (16.5622 in)
9 — 1141.41 mm (44.9373 in)
10 — 857.00 mm (33.740 in)
11 — 751.84 mm (29.600 in)
12 — 1670.05 mm (62.750 in)
13 — 1352.55 mm (53.250 in)
14 — 1212.00 mm (47.716 in)
15 — 802.40 mm (31.5905 in)
16 — 802.40 mm (31.5905 in)
17 — 717.55 mm (28.250 in) Klj . 1 ba
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1. Underbody dimensions tolerances are ±
3.175 mm (0.125 in). Reference dimensions are not
controlled dimensions. Reference points are ± 4.76 mm (0.1875 in). All underbody dimensions
are detailed to the centerline of existing holes in the underbody assembly.
2. Inspect all unibody structural members for cracks, twists or bends. Check all welded connections for cracks. Inspect support brackets for looseness. 18 — 325.43 mm (12.8122 in)
19 — 520.70 mm (20.500 in)
20 — 792.16 mm (31.1873 in)
21 — 992.18 mm (39.0621 in)
22 — 863.60 mm (34.00 in)
23 — 522.28 mm (20.5622 in)
24 — 1219.20 mm (48.00 in)
25 — 1454.15 mm (57.250)
26 — 893.76 mm (35.1873 in)
27 — 1484.31 mm (58.4373 in)
28 — 792.16 mm (38.1873 in)
29 — 819.15 mm (32.250 in)
30 — 404.81 mm (15.9374 in)
31 — 684.21 mm (26.9374 in)
32 — 522.28 mm (20.5622 in)
33 — 1181.10 mm (46.500 in)
34 — 385.76 mm (15.1874 in)
35 — 385.76 mm (15.1874 in)
36 — 746.12 mm (29.375 in)
37 — 713.83 mm (28.1035 in)
38 — RH 758.82 mm RH (29.875 in)
38 — LH 755.65 mm LH (29.750 in)
39 — 114.30 mm (4.500 in)
40 — 127.00 mm (5.00 in)
41 — 152.40 mm (6.00 in)
42 — 96.93 mm (3.8122 in)
43 — 373.06 mm (14.6874 in)
44 — 369.88 mm (14.5622 in) Klj . 2 ba
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