Ford Mustang (1999-2004) Service Manual: Differential Case and Ring Gear

Special Tool(s)

2-Jaw Puller 205-D072 (D97L-4221-A) or equivalent
Installer, Differential Side Bearing 205-009 (T57L-4221-A1)
Step Plate 205-D016 (D80L-630-5) or equivalent
Axle Assembly
Removal and Installation 1. CAUTION: The vehicle must be on level ground and at curb height. Mark the rear shock absorbers relative to their protective sleeve. During installation, raise the suspen ...

Disassembly
1. Remove the differential assembly from the differential housing. For additional information, refer to Differential Case in this section. 2. Remove the bolts. 3. CAUTION: Do not damage the thread ...

Other materials:

Assembly
1. NOTE: One tab that locks the reverse clutch drum into the reverse sun shell may be removed. This is done for balancing purposes. Inspect the clutch cylinder thrust surfaces, piston bore and clutch plate serrations for scores or burrs. Minor scores or bu ...

Oil Level Indicator and Tube
Removal 1. Remove the oil level indicator. 2. Remove the LH exhaust manifold. For additional information, refer to Exhaust Manifold LH in this section. 3. Remove the bolt. 4. Remove the oil level indicator tube. Installation 1. To install, reverse the r ...

Component Tests
Idle Air Control (IAC) Valve 1. Open the hood. 2. NOTE: Key symptom is elevated idle speed while noise is occurring. NOTE: "Snapping" the throttle can induce the noise. Verify the condition by operating the vehicle for a short time. 3. Inspect the IAC valv ...