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:
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 ...
Principles of Operation
NOTE: Battery power and ground must be remove before disconnecting
the GEM connectors to avoid
setting false codes.
Power Locks Operation
The power locks feature allows the customer to lock and unlock the
doors via momentary switches
located on t ...
Exhaust System (Diagnosis and Testing)
Symptom Chart
Condition
Possible Sources
Action
Noisy or
leaking
exhaust
Broken or loose
clamps, hangers or
isolators.
Punctures in the muffler
(5230).
Broken, loose or
missing exhaust
manifold fa ...



