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

Special Tool(s)

2-Jaw Puller 205-D072 (D97L-4221-A) or equivalent
Installer, Differential Side Bearing 205-010 (T57L-4221-A2)
Step Plate 205-D061 (D83T-4205-C2) or equivalent
Axle Housing
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 ...

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:

Output Shaft
Special Tool(s) Pinion Bearing Cone Remove 205-D002 (D79L-4621-A) or Equivalent Spiral Snap Ring Replacer 308-096 (T85P-7025-A) Disassembly 1. Using the special tool and a press, remove the third/fourth gear synchronizer asse ...

Traction Control
PRINCIPLES OF OPERATION The traction control system helps avoid drive wheel spin and loss of traction. If your vehicle begins to slide, the system applies the brakes to individual wheels and, when needed, reduces engine power at the same time. If the wheels s ...

Installation
NOTE: Do not use a fiber disc to clean the surfaces. Fibers from the disc can get into the oil pan and oil and clog the oil bypass valve. 1. Clean and inspect the cylinder head for flatness. 2. Install a new head gasket on the cylinder block with the sm ...