Questions tagged [mustang]
The Mustang is an American automobile manufactured by Ford, which has been in continuous production since march 1964.
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new stage 1 clutch slipping after upgrading mag size?
~I installed a stage 1 clutch kit on my 07 Mustang v6.
As long as the mags are 17's there is no issue, but as soon as I went to 18" with sticky pirelli's... the brand new clutch slips and over revs ...
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66 mustang automatic (3 speed) adding fluid after removing pan gasket
What I've done so far to the trans:
removed pan
replaced filter
replaced pan gasket
put it back together
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I have a bad torque converter (lurches then stalls when selecting gear)
no idea if i ...
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RTV gasket maker
I looked online on different websites for a gasket that I need. In taking off the oil filter adapter on my 2003 Ford Mustang 3.8L V6, I found that the gasket that goes between the adapter and the ...
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2003 Ford Mustang 3.8l v6 oil pan removal
changing out the rod bearings on my first car. I read on ALLDATA that I have to lower the front subframe to get the oil pan out from under the car because it is right above the subframe. However, it ...
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Reversed with handbreak on and manual transmission - how to diagnose problems if they arise?
I was nervous driving a borrowed manual transmission and, as I was parking, accidentally went over one of the rocks that line the sides of our driveway. The front wheels went over but the rock ...
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oil pan removal
anyone know how to take off the oil pan from a 2003 ford mustang 3.8l v6 engine? I took off all the bolts that hold the oil pan to the engine but it doesnt want to come off...I triple checked to make ...
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Head gasket sealer or head gasket replace
So, I posted here and ultimately decided the mechanic was lying to me. It turns out I was wrong.
Overheating at idle - mechanic says head gasket
The immediate overheating issue WAS due to the broken ...
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1968 Mustang 200: Vibration when accelerating
I have a 68 Mustang 200 CID automatic
I have a vibration that I feel in the floor pan, that is only felt while under power. I looked under the car and found nothing loose.
Any ideas what could be ...
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Need to change Rod bearings...any tips?
Currently waiting on the rod bearings to arrive in the mail for my 2003 ford mustang. Im 17 and its my first time doing this, anyone have any tips? or is there any special way that I have to change ...
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Noisy 4.6L Mustang engine
My 2010 Mustang GT 4.6L automatic with 97k miles on it has a noise coming from the drivers side valve cover.
The noise sounds to me like all of the other typical cam phaser noises; a ticking sound ...
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Can you run an engine with an acorn shell in one of the cylinders?
While I was taking apart a 2003 3.8L Ford Mustang that I recently bought, one of the many small acorn shells I found on the engine fell into a cylinder through the intake port (red arrow in the photo)....
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Mustang dies when I put it in park
I have a strange problem with my 1996 Ford Mustang GT 4.6.
When I put it in park, the engine will drop below 500 RPM and will usually die. If the engine doesn't die it will return to normal RPM. I ...
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Motor clicking sound!
There are two strange sounds coming from my 2003 Ford V6 Mustang.
One is a medium clicking sound that goes away every now and then and is not as loud as before my last oil change (with marvel ...
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Rear Noise when reversing then accelerating slowly
A week ago, I noticed a noise coming from the rear when I reverse and press on the gas and then it slowly disappears when increasing rpms. I just had the rear main seal replaced last week. Please help....
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What are vehicle emission limitations in Bavaria? [closed]
I currently work in USA but I'm going to relocate to Münich, Bavaria.
The thing is I want to transport my 2001 Ford Mustang to Germany. My only concern (other than costs of course) is that European ...
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2007 Mustang, Bad battery?
Does the appearance of corrosion point to a larger problem with the battery?
There's neverbeen a corrosion issue before this and now, it's ridiculous.
Could this point to the necessity to replace the ...
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1998 Ford Mustang jerks badly on acceleration after I shift gears
When shifting my 5-speed from 1st to 2nd gear there's no problem, but when I go to press on the throttle after shifting I feel a jerk. I have adjusted the clutch cable after replacing the broken one. ...
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Steering wheel shakes and wobbles bad at 70km+
Hey everyone I got a 99 v6 mustang and I just bought it off buddy, not bad at all. Only problem is that the steering wheel starts to shake and just gets worse with more speed. It settles down around ...
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1998 V6 Mustang -20+ LTFT on both banks
I just finished doing a bunch of work on my Mustang (replaced all gaskets down to head gaskets on engine, had the heads milled and a valve job done, replaced all the fuel injectors, new fuel injector, ...
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Fix error code P2122 for Mustang 2014 with engine 3.7L
Knowledge level: I know little about cars
Help needed: Please help me find out what is going on and how to fix the error code P2122 for Ford Mustang car 2014 with engine 3.7L
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Work involved in changing master cylinder and brake booster on 1972 Mustang
How much work is involved to change out the master cylinder and power brake booster on a 1972 Mustang?
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Idling problems on 2004 Ford Mustang 4.6L V8
Need some help. I recently bought an '04 Mustang but am having idling problems. I've looked up some things on the Web but they didn't do anything for me.
I've clean the IAC and it helped some but not ...
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Air conditioning only makes cold air at idle
I need help finding why my car's air conditioning (2011 Ford Mustang v6) is only blowing cold air at idling and not while driving on the highway when it's 100°F here in Nashville. In the mornings ...
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Convertible top vinyl small crack repair
So I have a 2012 convertible V6 Ford Mustang and there is a very small crack developing in a crease on my roof:
I believe the top is made from Vinyl and I must confess that I've neglected it. The ...
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2004 mustang v6 new altenator and battery
I just changed out my alternator and got a battery last week. We can jump the car and the car will drive. While I was letting it just sit to run to charge more the car cut off and nothing happens. ...
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Replace lifter without removing heads or engine in 2000 Mustang?
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=F-9dFdGq-vI I don't see why it wouldn't work as long as I torque everything down correctly and put it back together correctly.
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1996 Mustang GT won't start with shifter in Park, but will start in Neutral
I just had this weird problem today. The engine will turn fine, but won't start with shifter in Park. Once started in Neutral the motor runs fine with no hesitations. Battery is strong. Any ideas?
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Does an Engine Strut Bar have any effect on performance?
I just bought a 1988 foxbody and I'm currently working on restoring it and then maybe in the future do some engine improvements.
I've had many people tell me to avoid this, as my car isn't going to ...
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Battery and Alternator Pass Test - 2003 Mustang GT
I have a 2003 Ford Mustang GT, I had the battery tested and it will take a jump and start up so naturally I am thinking the alternator is bad. I take the alternator out and have it tested 3 times and ...
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Car leaks oil when driving, Oil from exhaust pipe
Car leaks oil when driving not while parked. The bottom of the vehicle is covered with oil and there's white smoke coming from tail pipe when driving. It sat and there no oil puddle in garage but ...
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02 Mustang GT 4.6
I was on my way to work and car started to run rough stumble and check engine light started to flash. Immediately turned around limped home about 3 miles. Changed plugs and swapped some old coils ...
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Why does my 2016 Mustang GT Manual jolt/thud when I shift?
I just learned how to drive manual in my 2016 Mustang GT. It has 3300 miles on it. It makes a "thud" noise when I put the stick into low gears (1,2,3) sometimes. This noise makes the car jolt, such ...
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Starter or Electrical?
My 2007 Mustang GT makes funny noise when starting, and lately disconnects my Clock and radio. Would that mean that I need a new starter or do I have electrical problems?
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Help finding diagnostic software? [closed]
Do you guys know if diagnostic software is capable of telling me everything going on in each cylinder?
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2000 mustang v6 3.8l tapping noise camshaft sychronizer bearing or timing chain? [closed]
My car makes this tapping noise (chain like tapping noise) and (most noticeable) when driving up hill, or at low speeds under a load. Another that has started to happen after this issue, is a type of ...
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2000 mustang v6 engine swap?
Im planning on putting a small block v8 motor into my mustang. The problem I am facing right now is knowing how much torque and horsepower my transmission (4R70W) can stand. The junk yard sells motors ...
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Removing catalytic converters on a 2000 v6 Mustang?
I live in Oklahoma, so we don't have to get emissions checked. I have a 2000 v6 3.8l Mustang. I bought the car for $3500 at 70k miles (it was a really good) so I don't want to spend more money than I ...
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Is it safe to lower the S550 (2015+) Mustang by 1" in the northeast US?
I have seen 5.1" and 5.9" listed as the ground clearance on the S550 (2015+). I don't know which is true, but I would like to lower the one I have ordered by 1" to improve handing.
Is this safe to do ...
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Six to Eight Engine Swap 1968 Mustang, what parts are required
Swapping out a 200 cid L6 for a 302 V8.
What parts are required to make the swap. I would like answers with reliable sources. I am finding mixed information on this topic.
The engine mounting ...
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Oil level increase and in few days drops to nothing
I have an 01 mustang gt . Two days ago I checked the oil level in the dipstick when my car was warm and it was way above the maximum level . I parked it and checked it again today the oil level was ...
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2000 mustang 3.8l v6 smog pump issues
I have a 2000 mustangs v6 3.8l The smog pump is not working (I think its an electrical problem) but that's outside of the point. I live in Oklahoma and we have no emission stuff (Amen!!!) so can I ...
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How to get mold smell out of car - 07 Ford Mustang GT
This car sits under a cover for an unfortunate amount of time. It's a 2007 and only has 39,000 miles, if that's any indication. It probably only receives love during the summer and sporadically ...
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What causes my Mustang to buck when I let off the gas at a high RPM?
I have a 2007 Mustang GT, 4.6L V8 with a 5-speed manual transmission.
This is the car I learned how to drive stick on, and the only other car I've ever driven with a manual is a 1963 pick-up truck... ...
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Mustang 95 hand brake and abs problem lights on
(Sorry for my lack of mechanical English experience)
I just bought a 95 Mustang. When I made my first test drive all was well, except a problem with my disc brake (they aren't even) but this doesn't ...
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1996 Ford Mustang 3.8L V6 - Intermittent Stalling on Slow Down/Stop
I am having a rather interesting problem that I can't figure out with my 1996 3.8L v6 with 137k on it.
Occasionally, I will experience a problem when I slow down or stop the car just gives out and ...
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05 Mustang electrical problems
I have a 05 Mustang base V6 auto. Headlights won't stay on. Sometimes high beam works. Everyday it's different. Last night when the fans turned on the lights would come on the off again when the fans ...
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Diode selection or "Engine Running Only" electrical source on 1965 Mustang?
I am working with a 1965 mustang and have added heated seats.
The seat heater wiring does not have a latching circuit and is controlled by a SPDT Hi/off/Low switch.
In an effort to only allow the ...
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04 Ford mustang has no bass
I have a 2004 ford mustang and the radio sounds tinny although the sound is clear not distorted. I am trying to figure out if it is the radio or the speakers. I find it hard to believe all six ...
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How to check 05 mustang quality of lights and sensors quality
Is there any way to have the sensors for dashboard lights and digital interface tested? The guys at Sears said they didn't like the sound of my car though the fluids were all fine. It's funny they low ...
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Car Hiccups when engine is cold 2002 Mustang
I have a 2002 Mustang V6 that when I first drive it in a day the car hiccups a couple times. It only happens when the engine is cold. I can't figure out what is causing it. So far I put in a catalytic ...
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