Ford Mustang (1999-2004) Service Manual: Differential Case and Ring Gear
Special Tool(s)
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2-Jaw Puller 205-D072 (D97L-4221-A) or equivalent |
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Installer, Differential Side Bearing 205-009 (T57L-4221-A1) |
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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:
Bearing Whine
Bearing whine is a high-pitched sound similar to a whistle. It is usually
caused by worn/damaged
pinion bearings, which are operating at driveshaft speed. Bearing noise occurs
at all driving speeds.
This distinguishes it from gear whine which usually comes ...
Installation
All vehicles
1. Position the engine front cover gasket on the engine front cover.
2. NOTE: If the engine front cover is not secured within four minutes, the
sealant must be removed
and the sealing area cleaned with metal surface cleaner. Allow to dry until ...
Lifting
CAUTION: Do not allow the lift adapters to contact the steering
linkage, suspension arms,
stabilizer arms, or to compress the lower suspension arm stabilizer bar
insulator (5493).
Damage to the suspension, exhaust and steering linkage components may occur i ...



