Ford Mustang (1999-2004) Service Manual: Drive Pinion Flange and Drive Pinion Seal

Special Tool(s)

2-Jaw Puller 205-D072 (D97L-4221-A) or equivalent
Holding Fixture, Drive Pinion Flange 205-126 (T78P-4851-A)
Installer, Drive Pinion Flange 205-002 (TOOL-4858-E) or equivalent
Removal
1. Raise and support the vehicle. 2. Remove the rear wheel and tire assemblies. 3. CAUTION: Remove the rear brake calipers to prevent drag during the drive pinion bearing preload adjustment. CAU ...

Other materials:

Engine (Assembly)
Special Tool(s) Slide Hammer 307-005 (T59L-100-B) Remover Adapter, Vibration Damper 303-176 (T82L-6316-B) Installer, Crankshaft Front Seal 303-474 (T94P-6701-AH) Replacer, Steering Pump Pulley 211-009 ...

Assembly
1. Carry out the following before reassembling: Inspect the gears for broken or cracked teeth. Check for unusual wear patterns. Inspect the thrust washers for face wear, cracks, scoring and for signs of heat damage. Inspect the bearings, bearing cups a ...

Removal
1. Disconnect the battery negative cable. 2. Drain the engine cooling system. 3. Remove the LH exhaust manifold. For additional information, refer to Exhaust Manifold-LH in this section. 4. Remove the lower intake manifold. For additional informatio ...