1988 Ford Mustang Service and Repair Manual

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Covers all 1988 Mustang trims — GT Hatchback 2-Door, LX Convertible 2-Door, GT Convertible 2-Door +2 more ·
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1988 Ford Mustang service and repair manual — a detailed, factory-style reference for maintenance, diagnostics, and repair. Use it to confirm correct procedures, specifications, and system coverage before you start work.

Built for technicians and DIY owners, this manual helps you troubleshoot accurately, follow step-by-step repair procedures, and use wiring diagrams and system sections to diagnose problems faster.

What’s included

  • Step-by-step repair procedures and service information
  • Specifications and reference data (where provided)
  • Electrical coverage with wiring diagrams
  • Coverage across key systems: engine, transmission, brakes, steering, suspension, HVAC, and more

Trims covered

  • GT Hatchback 2-Door
  • LX Convertible 2-Door
  • GT Convertible 2-Door
  • LX Sedan 2-Door
  • LX Hatchback 2-Door

Engines covered

  • 5.0L 302Cu. In. V8 GAS OHV Naturally Aspirated
  • 2.3L 140Cu. In. l4 GAS SOHC Naturally Aspirated

Index / Table of contents

  • Body
  • Brakes
  • Chassis Electrical
  • Driveline
  • Engine Cooling
  • Engine Electrical
  • Engine Mechanical
  • Engine Performance & Emission Controls
  • Fuel System
  • General Information & Identification
  • Heating, Ventilation, & Air Conditioning
  • Hybrid & Electric Vehicle Systems
  • Steering
  • Suspension
  • Transmission, Clutch, & Transfer Case
  • Wiring Diagrams
NHTSA #08E05000011/08/2008Component: EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS

K2 MOTOR IS RECALLING 1,921 AFTERMARKET HEADLAMPS OF VARIOUS MODELS SOLD FOR USE ON THE ABOVE LISTED VEHICLES. THESE HEADLAMPS ARE MISSING THE AMBER SIDE REFLEX REFLECTOR WHICH FA

NHTSA #09E02500011/05/2009Component: EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS

DOPE, INC. IS RECALLING 42,540 COMBINATION CORNER AND BUMPER LAMP ASSEMBLIES OF VARIOUS PART NUMBERS SOLD FOR USE AS AFTERMARKET EQUIPMENT FOR VARIOUS PASSENGER VEHICLES. THESE HE

NHTSA #09E01200007/04/2009Component: EXTERIOR LIGHTING

SABERSPORT IS RECALLING 16,270 COMBINATION CORNER AND BUMPER LAMP ASSEMBLIES OF VARIOUS PART NUMBERS SOLD FOR USE AS AFTERMARKET EQUIPMENT FOR VARIOUS PASSENGER VEHICLES. THESE HE

TSB #623944

SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT HEATER CORE LEAKS. *SLC

TSB #623988

INFORMATION REGARDING TRANSMISSION FLUID USAGE CHARTS. *SLC

TSB #616522

SUBJECT REGARDING CONTAMINATION FROM PRIOR TRANSMISSION CONCERNS OR EXCESS WEAR MAY BE TRAPPED IN THE TRANSMISSION FLUID COOLING SYSTEM. *TT

TSB #608431

INFORMATION ON THE NEW FLUSH AND FILL TOOL AVAILABLE THROUGH ROTUNDA. *TT

TSB #613234

INFORMATION REGARDING TSB 98-5A-12 (TRANSAXLE/TRANSMISSION/TRANSFER CASE-VEHICLES TOWED BEHIND RECREATIONAL VEHICLES-RECOMMENDED GUIDELINES) DOES NOT LIST TOWING INFORMATION FOR CERTAIN MODEL VEHICLES. *MJS

TSB #612203

INFORMATION REGARDING THE NEW TRANSMISSION COOLER FLUSHER- SERVICE TIP. *MJS

TSB #6090087

INFORMATION ON IDENTIFYING NON-APPROVED / ALTERNATE REFRIGERANTS WHICH COULD CAUSE SAFETY, AND PERFORMANCE CONCERNS IF INSTALLED IN FORD A/C SYSTEMS. *TT

TSB #6089681

SUBJECT ON A WIRE HARNESS TERMINAL REPAIR KIT AVAILABLE FOR REPAIRING ELECTRICAL WIRING HARNESSES. *TT

Showing the 8 most recent of 27 technical service bulletins on file with NHTSA.

20000713Component: VEHICLE SPEED CONTROLCrash reported1 injured

CAR FROM A FAST IDLE JUMPED INTO REVERSE RAN OUT OF CONTROL INJURING ONE PERSON AND CRASHING INTO TWO VEHICLES.*AK

19950630Component: POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:LEVER AND LINKAGE:COLUMN SHIFTCrash reported1 injured

THE URATHANE GROMMET IS DETERIORATING WHICH IS CAUSING A CABLE TO FALL AND IS MAKING THE TRANSMISSION GO OUT. PLEASE DESCRIBE.

19960729Component: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION:SWITCHFire reported1 injured

DRIVING CAR, SMOKE FILLED INSIDE OF CAR, CAR CAUGHT FIRE, DRIVER BURNED SLIGHTLY, STOPPED CAR & GOT OUT, CALLED FIRE DEPT TO PUT OUT FIRE, FIRE STARTED DUE TO A SHORT IN THE IGNITI

Showing the 3 most serious of 132 complaints filed with NHTSA.

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