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A/C & HEATER SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1996 Ford Mustang AUTOMOBILES

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Vehicle: 1996 Ford Mustang Cobra 4.6 V8 GAS

Passenger Cars

Prior to disconnecting battery, record preset radio frequencies.

After the battery has been disconnected and connected again, abnormal drive conditions may be present while the powertrain control module relearns its adaptive strategy. The vehicle may need to be driven 10 miles or more to relearn the strategy.

Aspire
  • Disconnect battery ground cable and isolate.
  • Wait one minute for back-up power supply to deplete stored energy.
  • Remove four driver's side air bag module mounting bolts.
  • Disconnect driver's side air bag module...

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1996 Ford Mustang AUTOMOBILES

Power Brake Units -> Power Brake Unit Service -> 1995 -> 1995-96 Continental -> 1996 -> Aspire -> Assemble -> Bendix, Teves & Tandem Diaphragm Booster -> Capri, Escort, Probe & Tracer -> Contour & Mystique -> Cougar, Mark VIII & Thunderbird -> Crown Victoria, Grand Marquis & Town Car -> Disassemble -> Hydro-Boost System -> Mustang -> Overhaul -> Power Booster, Replace -> Sable & Taurus -> Single Diaphragm Booster -> Vacuum Type System
Vehicle: 1996 Ford Mustang 3.8 V6 GAS

Power Booster, Replace
Aspire

Pump brake pedal several times to exhaust any vacuum in the booster.

  • Remove master cylinder as described in "Hydraulic Brake Systems."
  • Disconnect vacuum hose from power brake unit.
  • From under instrument panel, remove brake pedal clevis pin, then detach pushrod from brake pedal.
  • Remove power brake unit attaching nuts, then remove power brake unit.
  • Reverse procedure to install noting the following:
    • Ensure proper clearance between pushrod and master cylinder exists as described under "Adjustments."
    • Bleed brakes as described in "Hydraulic Brake Systems."
    • Torqu...

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FUEL FILTER REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 1996 Ford Mustang AUTOMOBILES

Ford Motor Co. Passenger Cars -> Fuel Filter Scheduled Maintenance -> 1980-98 Mustang & 1980-86 Capri -> Normal Service -> Severe Service
Vehicle: 1996 Ford Mustang Cobra 4.6 V8 GAS

Normal Service

Ser...

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DRIVELINE, U-JOINT & CV AXLES REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 1996 Ford Mustang AUTOMOBILES

DRIVESHAFT, Replace
Vehicle: 1996 Ford Mustang 3.8 V6 GAS

  • To maintain balance, mark relationship of rear driveshaft yoke and drive pinion flange of axle if factory alignment marks are not visible.
  • Disconnect rear U-joint from companion flange.
  • Wrap tape around loose bearing caps to prevent them from falling off spider.
  • Pull driveshaft toward rear of car until slip yoke clears transmission extension housing and seal.
  • Install suitable plug into extension housing to prevent...

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STARTER & ALTERNATOR REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 1996 Ford Mustang AUTOMOBILES

Starter, Replace
Vehicle: 1996 Ford Mustang 3.8 V6 GAS

  • Disconnect battery ground cable.
  • Raise and support vehicle.
  • Disconnect S terminal connector. Pull on connector only.
  • Disconnect starter cable from starter.
  • Remove starter motor ...

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MAINTENANCE LAMP RESET PROCEDURES FOR 1996 Ford Mustang AUTOMOBILES

Ford Motor Co. Cars -> Electronic Throttle Control ->
Vehicle: 1996 Ford Mustang 3.8 V6 GAS

Electronic throttle displays when the system has malfunctioned and the engine has defaulted to a limp-home operation. On vehicles equipped with ...

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RADIATOR & HOSE REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 1996 Ford Mustang AUTOMOBILES

Heater Hose, Replace -> Bypass -> Inlet -> Outlet
Vehicle: 1996 Ford Mustang 3.8 V6 GAS

Inlet

  • Drain cooling system into a suitable container.
  • Reposition heater hose inlet clamp at heater core.
  • Remove heater inlet hose from heater core.
  • Reposition heater core inlet hose clamp at engine.
  • Remove hose from engine.
  • Remove hose from vehicle.
  • Reverse procedure to install.

Outlet

  • Drain cooling system into a suitable container.
  • Reposition heater hose outlet clamp at heater core.
  • Disconnect heater outlet hose f...

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SERPENTINE BELT SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1996 Ford Mustang AUTOMOBILES

Serpentine Drive Belt, Replace
Vehicle: 1996 Ford Mustang 3.8 V6 GAS

  • Lift or rotate automatic tensioner.
  • Remove belt(s).
  • Install new bel...

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COMPONENT LOCATION DIAGRAMS FOR 1996 Ford Mustang AUTOMOBILES

Component location diagrams for most 1996 Ford Mustang cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1990+.

Engine Compartment Ignition System Components, Modules & Related Components Diagram for 1996 Ford Mustang Cobra 4.6 V8 GASEngine Compartment Ignition System Components, Modules & Related Components Diagram for 1996 Ford Mustang Cobra 4.6 V8 GAS

Components on diagram:
  • Throttle Position Sensor
  • Right Heated Oxygen Sensor
  • Starter Motor Solenoid
  • A/C Clutch Field Coil
  • Engine Coolant Temperature Sensor
    • Engine Compartment View Diagram for 1996 Ford Mustang GT 4.6 V8 GASEngine Compartment View Diagram for 1996 Ford Mustang GT 4.6 V8 GAS

    Components on diagram:
  • Right Front Brake Sensor
  • Brake Fluid Level Switch
  • Left Headlamp
  • Left Fog Lamp
  • Mass Air Flow Sensor

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    WIRING DIAGRAMS FOR 1996 Ford Mustang AUTOMOBILES

    OEM drawn wiring diagrams for most 1996 Ford Mustang cars and light trucks sold in the U.S.

    1996 Ford Mustang 3.8 V6 GAS Wiring Diagram1996 Ford Mustang 3.8 V6 GAS Wiring Diagram

    Components on diagram:
  • Warning Chime Module
  • Seat Belt Switch
  • Instrument Cluster
  • Main Light Switch
  • Fasten Belts Indicator
    • 1996 Ford Mustang GT 4.6 V8 GAS Wiring Diagram1996 Ford Mustang GT 4.6 V8 GAS Wiring Diagram

    Components on diagram:
  • Wiper Control Module
  • Washer Pump Motor
  • Windshield Wiper Motor
  • Multi-Function Switch

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    TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETINS FOR 1996 Ford Mustang AUTOMOBILES

    OEM TSB listings for most 1996 Ford Mustang cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1985+.

    Document: RECALL - CERTAIN 1992-2003 MODEL YEAR CARS AND TRUCKS - FUSED JUMPER HARNESS REPLACEMENT FOR VEHICLES SERVICED WITH AN INCOMPATIBLE FUSED JUMPER HARNESS
    Vehicle: 1996 Ford Mustang 3.8 V6 GAS

    Auto Systems:
  • Chassis Electrical, Wiring, Fuses & Breakers, Wipers, Motors
    • Document: RECALL - 1992-2004 MULTIPLE VEHICLE LINES - SPEED CONTROL SYSTEM MODIFICATION
    Vehicle: 1996 Ford Mustang 3.8 V6 GAS

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    COMPONENT/PARTS SPECIFICATIONS FOR 1996 Ford Mustang AUTOMOBILES

    BRAKE SPECIFICATIONS: Brake drum, rotor, caliper, and related specifications for most 1996 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 1996 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 1996 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 1996 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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