transmission fluid FORD MUSTANG 2003 Owner's 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 Gold Engine Coolant VC-7-
A in
(Oregon VC -7-B) (yellow color) WSS-
M97B51- A1 Other Chemicals
Motorcraft Premium Cooling System Flush VC-
1 ESR-
M14P7-A Premium Long Life Grease XG-1-
C ESA-
M1C75- B Cooling System Stop Leak Pellets
VC-
6 ESE-
M99B37- B5 except as noted in ES-
F65E-19A511- AA Gasket Adhesive TA-
6 WSS-
M2G408- A Cooling System Pressure Test Specifications 138 kPa (20 psi)
Radiator Cap Pressure Test Specifications 110 kPa (16 psi)
Thermostat Opening Temperatures
Starts to open (4.6L 2V) 87-
93°C (192- 199°F) Starts to open (3.8L) 86.7-
90.6°C (189- 196°F) Starts to open (Cobra) 80-
83°C (175- 182°F) Fully open 104°C (219°F)
Torque Specifications Description Nm lb-
ft lb-
in Accelerator cable bracket bolts 10 — 89
Cylinder block drain plug 20 15 —
Exhaust manifold to EGR valve tube nut 35 26 —
Fan shroud bolts 10 — 89
Fan motor bolts 10 — 89
Degas bottle nuts 10 — 89
Coolant expansion tank bracket bolts 10 — 89
Radiator support bracket bolts 30 22 —
Transmission fluid cooler fittings 30 22 —
Coolant outlet connection bolts (3.8L) 10 — 89
Bypass tube bracket bolts (3.8L) 10 — 89
Bypass tube bolts (4.6L) 10 — 89
Bypass tube nuts (Supercharged engine) 25 18 —
Coolant hose mounting bolt 25 18 — Klj . 1 ba
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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 these instructions can result in damage to the cooling
system or engine or personal injury. To avoid having scalding hot coolant or steam blow out of
the degas bottle when removing the pressure relief cap, wait until the engine is cooled, then
wrap a thick cloth around the pressure relief cap and turn it slowly. Step back while the
pressure is released from the cooling system. When you are sure all the pressure has been
released, turn and remove the pressure relief cap (still with a cloth).
CAUTION: Check the coolant level, engine oil and transmission fluid, top off the coolant if
needed. If there is engine coolant in the engine oil or transmission fluid, the cause must be
corrected and oil/fluid changed or major component damage may occur.
1. Verify the customer's concern by operating the engine to duplicate the condition.
2. Inspect to determine if any of the following mechanical or electrical concerns apply.
SECTION 303-
03A: Engine Cooling 2003 Mustang Workshop Manual Special Tool(s)
Pressure Tester
014-
R1072 or equivalent 73III Automotive Meter
105-
R0057 or equivalent Worldwide Diagnostic System
(WDS)
418-
F224,
New Generation STAR (NGS)
Tester
418- F052, or equivalent scan
tool Battery/Anti-Freeze Tester
014- R1060 or equivalent Klj . 1 ba
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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 VC -7-A (in Oregon VC -7-B) or equivalent meeting Ford specification
WSS- M97B51- A1 (yellow color). Always fill the cooling system with the same coolant that
is present in the system. Do not mix coolant types.
NOTE: The addition of Motorcraft Cooling System Stop Leak Pellets, VC-6, darkens Motorcraft
Premium Gold Engine Coolant from yellow to golden tan.
Inspect the coolant condition. 1. Inspect the coolant color.
„If Motorcraft Premium Gold Engine Coolant (yellow color) VC-7- A (in Oregon VC-
7- B) or equivalent meeting Ford specification WSS-M97B51- A1 has a clear or
pale yellow color, this indicates higher water content than required.
„ Dark brown can indicate unauthorized stop leak may have been used. Use
Motorcraft Cooling System Stop Leak Pellets VC- 6 or equivalent meeting Ford
specification ESE-M99B37- 5 except as noted in ES-F6SE-19A511- AA only.
„ A light or reddish brown color indicates that rust may be present in the cooling
system. Flush the system and refill with the correct mixture of water and engine
coolant.
„ An iridescent sheen on top of the coolant can indicate a trace of oil is entering the
system. For additional information on engine diagnosis, refer to Section 303 - 00 .
„ A milky brown color may indicate that either engine oil or transmission fluid is
entering the cooling system. If transmission fluid is suspected, the cause may be a
leaky radiator. Pressure test the cooling system. For additional information, refer
to component tests in this section. If engine oil is suspected the cause of the leak
may be internal to the engine. For additional information, refer to Section 303 - 00 .
2. If the engine coolant appearance is acceptable, test the engine coolant freezing point
range with the battery and anti- freeze tester. The freezing point should be in the range -
40°C to - 20°C (-50°F to - 10°F). If the vehicle is driven in cold climates less than - 32°C (-
34°F), it may be necessary to increase the coolant concentration to get adequate freeze
protection.
„Maximum coolant concentration is 60% coolant/40% water.
„ Minimum coolant concentration is 40% coolant/60% water. 3. Adjust coolant range and level, if necessary: Visual Inspection Chart
Mechanical
z
Leaks
z Hoses
z Hose clamps
z Water gasket
z Head gaskets
z Intake manifold gasket
z Coolant pump
z Radiator
z Degas bottle/coolant expansion tank
z Heater core
z Fan/fan clutch
z Engine coolant temperature sensor (4.6L)
z Cylinder head temperature sensor (3.8L)
z Circuitry Klj . 2 ba
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while the pressure is released from the cooling system.
When you are sure all the pressure has been released, turn
and remove the pressure relief cap (still with a cloth).
NOTE:
Allow the engine to cool before checking the engine
coolant level.
z Key in OFF position.
z Visually check the engine coolant level at the degas bottle or
coolant expansion tank.
z Is the engine coolant level within specification? A2 CHECK THE PRESSURE RELIEF CAP
z
Carry out the Cap— 3.8L or Cap—4.6L test. Go to Component
Tests in this section.
z Is pressure relief cap/radiator cap OK? Yes
GO to
A3 .
No
INSTALL a new
pressure relief
cap/radiator cap. TEST
the system for normal
operation. A3 CHECK THE ENGINE COOLANT FOR INTERNAL LEAK
z
Key in OFF position.
z Inspect the engine coolant in degas bottle/coolant expansion
tank for signs of transmission fluid or engine oil.
z Is oil or transmission fluid evident in the coolant? Yes
If engine oil is evident,
REFER to
Section 303 -
00 . If transmission fluid
is evident, REPAIR or
INSTALL a new radiator
as necessary.
No
GO to A4 .
A4 CHECK THE ENGINE AND THE TRANSMISSION FOR
COOLANT z
Remove the oil level dipstick from the engine and the
transmission.
z Is coolant evident in the oil or transmission fluid? Yes
If coolant is in engine,
REFER to
Section 303 -
00 . If coolant is in
transmission, REPAIR
or INSTALL a new
radiator as necessary.
To repair the automatic
transmission, REFER to
Section 307 - 01 .
No
GO to A5 .
A5 PRESSURE TEST THE ENGINE COOLING SYSTEM
z
Pressure test the engine cooling system. Go to Component
Tests in this section.
z Does the engine cooling system leak? Yes
REPAIR or install new
components. TEST the
system for normal
operation.
No
The cooling system is
operational. GO to
Symptom Chart
. Klj . 4 ba
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SPECIFICATIONS
a
MERCON® V is not interchangeable at this time with the current MERCON® fluids. Check the
transmission fluid level indicator to determine the correct fluid and refer to the Workshop/Owner
publication to determine the correct service interval for the specific vehicle. SECTION 307-
01: Automatic Transaxle/Transmission 2003 Mustang Workshop Manual General Specifications
Item Specification
Fluid
a Motorcraft MERCON® V Transmission Fluid XT
-5-QM MERCON®
V Fluid Capacities
3.8L engine 13.2L (13.9 quarts)
4.6L engine 12.0L (12.8 quarts)
Fluid Filter
Inline Transmission Fluid Filter Kit XC3Z-
7B155- AA Inline Transmission Fluid Filter XC3Z-
7B155- BA Lubricant
Ford Multi-Purpose Grease D0AZ-19584-
AA ESB-
M1C93- B
Torque Converter End Play Item Specification
New or remanufactured 0.355-
1.04 mm (0.014- 0.074 in) Used 0.355-
1.87 mm (0.014- 0.074 in)
Band and Clutch Application Chart Gear Overdrive
Band Low
Reverse Band Forward
Clutch Direct
Clutch Interm
Friction Clutch Reverse
Clutch Interm
One-Way
Clutch Planetary
One- Way
Clutch 1st Gear
Manual Low A A H
2nd Gear
Manual Low A A A H
1st Gear —
(D)
(Overdrive) A H
2nd Gear —
(
D)
(Overdrive) A A H
3rd Gear —
(
D)
(Overdrive) A A A O/R
4th Gear —
(
D) A A A O/R Klj . 1 ba
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Clearance 41.7322-42.5958 1.643-1.677
Selective steel plate 1.702-
1.803 0.067-0.071
1.956-
2.057 0.077-0.081
2.210-
2.311 0.087-0.091
2.464-
2.565 0.097-0.101
Torque Specifications Description Nm lb-
ft lb-
in Rear transmission support crossmember bolts 55 40 —
Rear insulator bolts 80 59 —
Extension housing bolts 28 21 —
Transmission fluid pan bolts 14 10 —
Front pump bolts 27 20 —
Front pump support bolts 23 17 —
Harness electrical connector bolt 5 — 44
Inspection cover bolts 35 26 —
Main control valve body bolts 10 — 89
Main control valve body cover plate bolts 10 — 89
Main control valve body separator plate bolts 10 — 89
Manual lever shaft nut 33 24 —
Manual lever shaft outer nut 33 24 —
Fluid cooler line case fittings 21 15 —
Pressure tap plugs 12 9 —
Rear driveshaft bolts 112 83 —
Starter bolts 25 18 —
TCC solenoid bolt 10 — 89
Torque converter drain plug 12 9 —
Torque converter nuts 37 27 —
Digital transmission range (TR) sensor bolts 9 — 80
Transmission bell housing bolts 47 35 —
Vehicle speed sensor (VSS) plug bolt 9 — 80
Output shaft speed (OSS) sensor bolt 12 9 —
Starter B+ cable 11 8 —
Exhaust manifold bolts 40 30 —
Exhaust pipe bolts 40 30 —
Transmission vent tube 12 9 —
Manual control valve detent lever spring bolt 10 — 89
Cooler tube nut to case fitting 18 13 —
Rear differential retaining nuts (front) 90 66 —
Rear differential retaining bolts and nuts (rear) 70 52 — Klj . 5 ba
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S427
110 7B498 Seal assembly —
manual control lever 111 373907-S2 Nut —
1/4 spring (retains identification tag to
7000) 112 7B148 Tag —
identification (part of 7005) 113 7D273 Connector assembly —
fluid tube (2 req'd) 114 7N171 Plug —
converter housing access 115 7B210 Pin —
manual lever shaft retainer 116 391131 Seal —
0.426 x 0.070 O- ring 117 N805862-
S Seal —
14.0 x 1.78 O- ring 118 7G383 Solenoid valve —
transmission pressure control 119 7A441 Pawl —
parking pawl 120 7D071 Shaft —
parking pawl 121 7D419 Cup —
park rod guide (part of 7A039) 122 7D070 Spring —
parking pawl return 123 7A232 Rod assembly —
park pawl actuating 124 7A115 Lever assembly —
manual valve detent lever 125 N800287-
S536 Nut —
M14 x 1.5 hex intermediate detent lever
(attaches 7A115 to 7A256) 126 7H188 Piston assembly —
overdrive servo 127 7F201 Spring —
overdrive servo piston 128 7F203 Rod —
overdrive servo actuating (part of 7H188) 129 7H179 Washer —
backup overdrive servo (part of
7H188) 130 7G277 Spring —
overdrive cushion spring (part of
7H188) 131 7F200 Piston assembly —
overdrive servo (part of
7H188) 132 97411-
S Ring —
retaining (part of 7H188) 133 7384 Ring —
2.85 retaining type TVP "H" internal
(retains 7H188 to 7005) 134 7D031 Spring —
reverse band servo piston 135 7D189 Piston assembly —
reverse band servo 136 7D036 Cover assembly —
reverse band servo piston 137 388215-
S100 Retaining ring internal
— 3-13/16 138 7H292 Piston — 2-
3 accumulator (bonded seals) 139 7F285 Spring
— 2-3 shift accumulator piston (model
dependent) 140 7B264 Retainer — 2-
3 shift accumulator spring 141 7F284 Spring
— 1-2 shift accumulator (model
dependent) 142 7F251 Piston — 1-
2 shift accumulator (bonded seals) 143 7F284 Spring
— 1-2 shift accumulator Klj . 6 ba
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144 7G326 Nested spring
— 1-2 (inner spring) (vehicle
dependent) 145 7F247 Cover and seal assembly — 1-
2 accumulator 146 7384 Ring — 2-
1/16 retaining type HU internal (retains
7H300 to 7005) 147 N807178-
S1000 Bolt —
M6-1.0 x 18 hex head (12- attaches
reinforcing plate to valve body) 148 7F282 Plate —
valve body reinforcing (part of 7A100) 149 7C155 Gasket —
valve body separator upper 150 7A008 Plate —
control valve body separator (part of
7A100) 151 7D100 Gasket —
valve body separator lower 152 7D174 Valve —
converter drainback 153 7A091 Body assembly —
main control 154 7H173 Gasket —
valve body cover plate 155 7C034 Plate —
valve body cover (part of 7A100) 156 N807178-
S1000 Bolt —
M6-1.0 x 18 hex head (11- attaches 7C034
to 7A100 (part of 7A100) 157 7A100 Control assembly —
main (model dependent) 158 7A098 Filter and seal assembly —
fluid 159 7A191 Gasket —
transmission pan 160 7A194 Pan — transmission
161 N605785-
S1036 Bolt —
M8-1.25 x 18 hex flange head (14-
attaches 7A194 to 7005) 162 7L027 Magnet —
ceramic case (part of 7A194) 163 N808947-
S1300 Bolt —
M8-1.25 x 46 hex shoulder pilot (2-
attaches 7C034 to 7A100) 164 N807179-
S1000 Bolt —
M6-1.0 x 52 hex flange head (12- attaches
7A100 to 7005) 165 7H111 Retainer — solenoid
166 7E195 Ball —
1/4 diameter coast booster valve shuttle (8
req'd) 167 7H187 Screen —
solenoid pressure supply 168 N800670-
S1000 Bolt —
M6-1.0 x 40 hex flange head (13- attaches
7A100 to 7005) 169 7E332 Spring assembly —
manual valve detent 170 7Z276 Seal —
0.864 x 0.070 O- ring (2 req'd) 171 7G276 Bulkhead assembly — wiring connector
172 7G276 Bulkhead assembly —
connector (molded lead
frame) 173 7Z484 Seal —
6.07 x 1.70 O- ring (2 req'd) 174 7G484 Solenoid valve —
transmission shift 175 7G136 Solenoid valve —
transmission torque converter
clutch 176 N807178-
S1000 Bolt —
M6-1.0 x 16 hex head (retains 7D136 and
7G484 to 7A100) Klj . 7 ba
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DESCRIPTION AND OPERATION
Torque Converter
The torque converter transmits and multiplies torque. The torque converter is a four-
element device:
z impeller assembly
z turbine assembly
z reactor assembly
z clutch and damper assembly
The standard torque converter components operate as follows:
zRotation of the converter housing and impeller set the fluid in motion.
z The turbine reacts to the fluid motion from the impeller, transferring rotation to the geartrain
through the input shaft.
z The reactor redirects fluid going back into the impeller, allowing for torque multiplication.
z The clutch and damper assembly dampens powertrain torsional vibration and provides a direct
mechanical connection for improved efficiency.
z Power is transmitted from the torque converter to the planetary gearsets and other components
through the input shaft.
SECTION 307-
01: Automatic Transaxle/Transmission 2003 Mustang Workshop Manual Item Part Number Description
1 — Converter clutch and damper (part of 7902)
2 — Reactor (part of 7902)
3 — Turbine (part of 7902) Klj . 1 ba
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4 — Impeller (part of 7902)
5 — Fluid motion
6 — Transmission input rotation
7 — Input shaft
8 — Engine rotation Klj . 2 ba
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