Ford Mustang (1999-2004) Service Manual: Halfshaft

Special Tool(s)

Differential Plug 205-294 (T89P-4850-B)
Differential Seal Protector 205-461
Front Hub Remover 205-D070 (D93P-1175-B) or Equivalent
Halfshaft Removal Tool 205-475
Steering Arm Remover 211-003 (T64P-3590-F)
Rear Drive Halfshafts (Description and Operation)
The rear wheel drive halfshaft system consists of and operates as follows: Halfshafts (4K138) transmit engine torque from the rear axle housing to the rear wheels. Halfshafts rotate at approxi ...

Removal
NOTE: This procedure applies to both the LH and RH halfshafts. 1. CAUTION: The vehicle must be on level ground and at curb height. Mark the rear shock absorber relative to the protective sleeve. ...

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Steering Column Shaft
Removal and Installation 1. CAUTION: Do not allow the steering column shaft to rotate while intermediate shaft is disconnected or damage to the clockspring can result. If there is evidence that the steering column shaft has rotated the clockspring must be re ...

Crankshaft Runout
Special Tool(s) Dial Indicator Gauge with Holding Fixture 100-002 (TOOL-4201-C) or equivalent 1. NOTE: Crankshaft main bearing journals must be within specifications before checking runout. Use the Dial Indicator Gauge with Holding Fixtur ...

Removal
1. Remove the rear exterior trim mouldings. 2. Remove the clips 3. Remove the 13 Torx screws and the seal compression panel. 4. Remove the staples. 5. Remove the staples from the number one bow. 6. Remove the rear rail weatherstrip retainers from ea ...