Ford 2003 Mustang Workshop Manual page 3133

SECTION 412-00: Climate Control System - General Information
GENERAL PROCEDURES
Vacuum Hose Repair —Mini-Tube
Special Tool(s)
Vacuum Pump Kit
416-D002 (D95L-7559-A) or
equivalent
1. Measure the length of the damaged area of the mini-tube vacuum hose.
2. Cut a piece of standard 1/8 inch inner diameter vacuum hose approximately 25 mm (1 inch
longer than the damaged area of the mini-tube vacuum hose).
3. Cut off the mini-tube vacuum hose on each side of the damaged area.
4. WARNING: Read the warning information on the product label to prevent possible
personal injury.
Dip the mini-tube hose ends in commercially available paint thinner containing methyl ethyl
ketone (MEK). This solvent will seal the mini-tube in the vacuum hose.
5. Insert the ends of the mini-tube vacuum hose approximately 9 mm (3/8 inch) into the ends of
the standard 1/8 inch repair vacuum hose section.
6. Shake the repair joint after assembly to make sure the solvent is dispersed and the vacuum line
is not plugged.
7. Test the system for a vacuum leak in the repair area.
Use the Vacuum Tester or equivalent.
2003 Mustang Workshop Manual