Ford Mustang (1999-2004) Service Manual: Assembly
1. NOTE: Universal joint kits are to be installed as complete assemblies only. Do not mix components from other U-joint kits.
Install the spider.
1. Start a new bearing cup into the driveshaft yoke.
- Check the needle bearings for correct positioning.
2. Position the new spider in the driveshaft yoke.
3. Position the driveshaft in the U-joint tool.
4. Press the bearing cup to just below the snap ring groove.
- Repeat for the other bearing cup.
2. Inspect the driveshaft flange yoke. Install new if necessary.
3. Install the driveshaft flange yoke.
1. Start a new bearing cup into the driveshaft flange yoke.
- Check the needle bearings for correct positioning.
2. Position the driveshaft flange yoke.
3. Position the driveshaft in the U-joint tool.
4. Press the bearing cup to just below the snap ring groove.
- Repeat for the other bearing cup.
4. NOTE: Use the yellow snap rings supplied in the kit to assemble the universal joint (U-joint). If difficulty is encountered with the yellow snap rings, install the black snap rings, as required.
Remove the driveshaft from the U-joint tool, and install the four snap rings.
5. NOTE: Do not strike the bearings.
Check the U-joints for freedom of movement.
- If binding, strike the yoke with a brass or plastic hammer.
6. Install the driveshaft. For additional information, refer to Driveshaft in this section.
Disassembly
1. Remove the driveshaft (4602). For additional information, refer to
Driveshaft in this section.
2. CAUTION: Under no circumstances is the driveshaft assembly to be
clamped in the
jaws of a vise o ...
Rear Drive Axle/Differential - Ford 7.5-Inch Ring Gear
General Specifications
a: In-vehicle repair refill capacities are determined by filling the rear axle
with the specified lubricant to
6.4-14.3-mm (1/4-9/16-in) below the bottom of the fill hole.
To ...
Other materials:
Clearing all MyKeys
You can clear all MyKeys within the same key cycle as you created the
MyKey. If you switch your ignition off, however, you will need to use an
admin key to clear your MyKeys.
Note: When you clear your MyKeys, you remove all restrictions and
return all MyKeys ...
Component Tests
Steering Linkage
1. NOTE: Excessive vertical motion of the studs relative to the
sockets may indicate excessive
wear.
With the parking brake applied, perform the following:
Have an assistant rotate the steering wheel back and forth 360 degrees
and watch ...
Analysis of Vibration
WARNING: A vehicle equipped with a Traction-Lok differential will
always have both
wheels driving. If only one wheel is raised off the floor and the rear axle is
driven by the engine,
the wheel on the floor could drive the vehicle off the stand or jack. Be s ...
