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 Got a misfire you can't explain...  Got a misfire you can't explain in your late-model fuel-injected Mustang? You've changed the spark plugs and wires, and it still misses? Check the fuel injectors. Sometimes they stick or don't work at all,which causes a dead cylinder.  We also ignore wiring and...  We also ignore wiring and electrical components. Check all wiring for chafing and rotted insulation. A grounded-out wire, caused by bad insulation, can burn your Mustang to the ground.  Differential fluid should...  Differential fluid should be changed every time you service the transmission. Don't forget the friction modifier for Limited Slip and Traction-Lok differentials.  While you're underneath, check...  While you're underneath, check the driveshaft, universal joints, and yokes for abnormal wear and tear. Look for evidence of driveshaft contact and damage.  We also ignore fuel tanks,...  We also ignore fuel tanks, but they can stop you cold. During the winter, keep a diet of fuel restorer on hand. Fuel doesn't go bad, but its additives do. Don't be afraid to drive your Mustang in the winter to keep the fuel turned over. Drive it every once in a while on a nice day rather than leave it under lock and key all winter.  It's always a good idea to...  It's always a good idea to repack the wheel bearings and install new seals.  Braking systems need the same...  Braking systems need the same kind of maintenance engines do. Every spring, flush and bleed your Mustang's brake system, and inspect the shoes and pads.  Replace the hoses as necessary...  Replace the hoses as necessary and check the calipers and wheel cylinders.  Windows, rollers, and regulators...  Windows, rollers, and regulators need love too. If the windows yield resistance, pop the door and trim panels. Then lubricate the rollers, gears, and tracks with white lithium grease. Do the same for your door latches and locks. Door locks love WD-40 and white grease, which keep them flexible and free.  Show your Mustang affection...  Show your Mustang affection with a wash, wax, and detail job. In the aircraft maintenance business, it's called "corrosion control" because a clean surface is less likely to corrode. Catch all the places you don't see as well.  Proper maintenance before...  Proper maintenance before embarking on your spring driving will help you have a more enjoyable spring and summer.
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