Ford Mustang Service Manual: Installation
Removal
CAUTION: Suspension fasteners are critical parts because they affect performance of vital components and systems and their failure can result in major service expense. A new part with the same part number must be installed if installation becomes necessary. If substitution is necessary, the part must be of the same finish and property class. Torque values must be used as specified during reassembly to make sure of correct retention of these parts.
1. Remove the rear wheel knuckle (5A968/5A969). For additional information, refer to Wheel Knuckle-Cobra in this section.
2. Remove the bolts and the dust shield. Discard the bolts.
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3. Position the knuckle in a vise.
4. NOTE: There are two methods for removing the rear hub (1109) from the rear wheel bearing (1A049). Both methods are shown.
Method one. Using the special tools, remove the hub.
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5. Method two. Using the special tools, remove the hub.
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6. Remove the snap ring.
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7. Press the wheel bearing from the knuckle.
1. Position the knuckle on the press bed supported by the special tool.
2. Using the appropriate step plate adapter, press the bearing from the knuckle.
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Removal
Removal
CAUTION: Suspension fasteners are critical parts because they affect
performance of vital
components and systems and their failure can result in major service expense. A
new part with
the sa ...
Wheel Studs
Rear Suspension (Description and Operation)
Item
Part Number
Description
1
18125
Rear shock absorber
2
-
Rear axle driveline vibration damper
3
5A649
R ...
Other materials:
Fuel Charging and Controls
Fuel Charging and Controls
The fuel injection supply manifold (9F792):
delivers fuel to the fuel injector.
receives fuel from the fuel supply line.
The throttle body:
controls air supply to the upper intake manifold by positioning the
throttle plate.
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Symptom Chart
Inspection and Verification
1. Road test.
Verify the customer's concern by performing a road test on a smooth
road.
2. Inspect tires.
Check the tire pressure with all normal loads in the vehicle and the
tires cold. For
additional information, refer t ...
Economical driving
Fuel economy is affected by several things, such as how you drive, the conditions
you drive under and how you maintain your vehicle.
There are some things to keep in mind that may improve your fuel economy:
• Accelerate and slow down in a smooth, moderate ...