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A/C & HEATER SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 2000 Mercury Mystique AUTOMOBILES

Computer Relearn Procedures -> Ford Motor Co. -> 1999-2002 -> 2003-04 -> Automatic Data Transfer -> Except 1999-2002 -> Manual Data Entry -> Powertrain Control Module (PCM)
Vehicle: 2000 Mercury Mystique 2.5 V6 GAS

Powertrain Control Module (PCM)

Except 1999-2002

Disconnect negative battery cable for a minimum of five minutes. After clearing memory, it is required to drive vehicle a minimum of 10 miles to allow PCM time to relearn operating strategy.

1999-2002
Automatic Data Transfer
  • Prior to removing old PCM, connect a suitably programmed scan tool to Data Link Connector (DLC).
  • Follow scan tool manufacturers' instructions to download data from old PCM.
  • Install new PCM and connect scan tool to DLC.
  • Follow scan tool manufactur...

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 2000 Mercury Mystique AUTOMOBILES

Power Brake Units -> Precautions -> Battery Ground Cable
Vehicle: 2000 Mercury Mystique 2.5 V6 GAS

Battery Ground Cable

Prior to service, dis...

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FUEL FILTER REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 2000 Mercury Mystique AUTOMOBILES

Ford Motor Co. Passenger Cars -> Fuel Pressure Relief -> Except Aspire, Festiva, Focus, Fusion, Milan, 2003-06 Crown Victoria, Grand Marquis, Sable, Taurus & Town Car, 1991-96 Escort, 1988-96 Tracer, 1991-94 Capri, 1989-91 Probe & 2005-06 Mustang
Vehicle: 2000 Mercury Mystique 2.0 L4 GAS

Do not smoke or allow an open flame of any type when working on or near any fuel system related components. The highly flammable vapor mixtures may ignite, resulting in serious personal injury.

Prior to disconnecting fuel lines, the fuel system pressure must be relieved to prevent accidental spray of fuel.

When installing the fuel filter, ensure the flow arrow is facing in the proper direction...

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DRIVELINE, U-JOINT & CV AXLES REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 2000 Mercury Mystique AUTOMOBILES

CV AXLE SHAFT, Replace -> Intermediate -> Left -> Right
Vehicle: 2000 Mercury Mystique 2.0 L4 GAS

Left

  • Use an Allen key to stop piston rod from turning.
  • Loosen suspension strut nut five turns.
  • Loosen wheel hub retaining nut and wheel nuts.
  • Raise and support vehicle.
  • Remove wheel.
  • Remove wheel hub retaining nut.
  • On models with automatic transaxle, drain automatic transmission fluid.
  • On all models, remove splash shields.
  • Do not damage CV joint boot and wheel speed sensor ring.
  • Detach suspension.
  • Disconnect stabilizer link end from suspension strut.
  • Disconnect tie-rod end.
  • Disconnect lower suspension arm from wheel knuckle.
  • Disconnect wiring harness bracket from suspension strut.
  • To av...

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STARTER & ALTERNATOR REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 2000 Mercury Mystique AUTOMOBILES

Alternator, Replace
Vehicle: 2000 Mercury Mystique 2.0 L4 GAS

  • Disconnect battery ground cable.
  • Disconnect air cleaner outlet pipe.
  • Remove bolts and nuts, then resonator.
  • Detach coolant hose from retaining clip.
  • Disconnect vacuum pipe underneath.
  • Remove radiator splash shield.
  • Disconnect cable and wiring from alternator.
  • Disconnect ground cable on eye hook, then raise and support vehicle.
  • Remove radiator splash shield.
  • Remove righthand front wheel, then sp...

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CABIN AIR FILTER LOCATIONS & REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 2000 Mercury Mystique AUTOMOBILES

Cabin Air Filter Service -> Ford Motor Co. -> 1998-2000 Contour, Mystique & 1999-2002 Cougar
Vehicle: 2000 Mercury Mystique 2.5 V6 GAS

Under normal operating conditions the cabin air filter should be replaced every 15,000 miles. In dusty areas change the cabin air filter more often.

  • Position windshield wipers in the Park position.
  • Disconnect and isolate the battery ground cable.
  • Lift up the plastic wiper arm retaining nut covers.
  • Remove the wiper arm retaining nuts.
  • Lift up the wiper arms.
  • Remove the wiper arms by moving them from side to side.
  • Open the hood.
  • Remove the plastic screw covers from the cowl grille retaining screws.
  • Remove the cowl grille re...

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MAINTENANCE LAMP RESET PROCEDURES FOR 2000 Mercury Mystique AUTOMOBILES

Ford Motor Co. Cars -> Low Oil Level Warning Indicator ->
Vehicle: 2000 Mercury Mystique 2.0 L4 GAS

This system is used to indicate when the engine oil level is 11/2 quarts or more below the specified level. The lamp should light during engine starting. If the oil level is sufficient, the lamp will go off when the engine is operating. If the ...

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RADIATOR & HOSE REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 2000 Mercury Mystique AUTOMOBILES

Coolant Hose, Replace -> Lower -> Upper
Vehicle: 2000 Mercury Mystique 2.0 L4 GAS

Lower

  • Drain cooling system into a suitable container.
  • Reposition hose clamp from engine.
  • Remove radiator outlet hose from engine.
  • Reposition hose clamp from degas bottle.
  • Remove radiator outlet hose from degas bottle.
  • Reposition hose clamp from radiator.
  • Remove radiator outlet hose fro...

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SERPENTINE BELT SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 2000 Mercury Mystique AUTOMOBILES

Serpentine Drive Belt, Replace
Vehicle: 2000 Mercury Mystique 2.5 V6 GAS

  • On water pump drive belt, remove water pump pulley shield bolts from lefthand valve cover, then the shield from vehicle.
  • Remove water pump drive pulley, then rotate water pump belt tensioner clockwise by hand.
  • On accessory drive belt, rotate tensioner clockwise using breaker bar installed in 3/8 inch square hole in drive belt tensioner arm.
  • On all drive belts, lift belt over pulley flanges, then remove from vehicle.
  • On accessory drive ...

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COMPONENT LOCATION DIAGRAMS FOR 2000 Mercury Mystique AUTOMOBILES

Component location diagrams for most 2000 Mercury Mystique cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1990+.

Engine Compartment Component Locations Diagram for 2000 Mercury Mystique  2.0 L4 GASEngine Compartment Component Locations Diagram for 2000 Mercury Mystique 2.0 L4 GAS

Components on diagram:
  • Battery
  • Brake Fluid Level Switch
  • ABS Control Module
  • Bi-Fuel Relay Module
  • Left Hand Front Park/Turn Lamp
  • Luggage Compartment Component Locations Diagram for 2000 Mercury Mystique  2.0 L4 GASLuggage Compartment Component Locations Diagram for 2000 Mercury Mystique 2.0 L4 GAS

    Components on diagram:
  • Power Antenna Motor
  • Rear Window Defrost Grid
  • Luggage Compartment Lamp Switch
  • Decklid Motor
  • Power Antenna Timing Unit
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    WIRING DIAGRAMS FOR 2000 Mercury Mystique AUTOMOBILES

    OEM drawn wiring diagrams for most 2000 Mercury Mystique cars and light trucks sold in the U.S.

    2000 Mercury Mystique  2.5 V6 GAS Wiring Diagram2000 Mercury Mystique 2.5 V6 GAS Wiring Diagram

    Components on diagram:
  • Powertrain Control Module
  • Multi-Function Switch
  • ABS Control Module
  • Stoplamp Switch
  • Instrument Interface Module
  • 2000 Mercury Mystique  2.0 L4 GAS Wiring Diagram2000 Mercury Mystique 2.0 L4 GAS Wiring Diagram

    Components on diagram:
  • Light Switch
  • Central Timer Module
  • LH Front Park/Turn Lamp
  • RH Front Park/Turn Lamp
  • LH Rear Lamp Assembly
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    TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETINS FOR 2000 Mercury Mystique AUTOMOBILES

    OEM TSB listings for most 2000 Mercury Mystique 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: 2000 Mercury Mystique 2.0 L4 GAS

    Auto Systems:
  • Chassis Electrical, Wiring, Fuses & Breakers, Wipers, Motors
  • Document: RECALL - 1992-2004 MULTIPLE VEHICLE LINES - SPEED CONTROL SYSTEM MODIFICATION
    Vehicle: 2000 Mercury Mystique 2.0 L4 GAS

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    COMPONENT/PARTS SPECIFICATIONS FOR 2000 Mercury Mystique AUTOMOBILES

    BRAKE SPECIFICATIONS: Brake drum, rotor, caliper, and related specifications for most 2000 Mercury Mystique 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 2000 Mercury Mystique 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 2000 Mercury Mystique 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 2000 Mercury Mystique 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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