2002 FORD Mustang PE7/RU3 (SN95-F)

Engine identity

Oils and fluids

Service and parts data

Common and chronic problems

• Rear main seal leaks (V8)
• Ignition coil failures
• Transmission mount wear

First checks

• Inspect coolant hoses and radiator for leaks
• Check timing chain noise on V6
• Verify functional operation of automatic transmission shifts

Avant de remplacer des pièces

• Save fault codes and freeze-frame data before clearing anything.
• Check engine oil, coolant and transmission fluid using the correct temperature and service procedure.
• Verify power, ground, connectors, hoses, leaks and live data before replacing expensive parts.

Important notes

• 2002 was the final year of the SN95 second generation Mustang before the 2005 redesign.
• Market variations mostly affected emissions equipment; mechanical specs largely consistent in North America.