Ford Mustang (1999-2004) Service Manual: Rear Drive Axle/Differential - Ford 8.8-Inch Ring Gear
General Specifications

Torque Specifications
| Description | Nm | lb-ft | lb-in |
| Bolt retaining the differential pinion shaft to the differential case | 30 | 22 | - |
| Bolt retaining the driveshaft yoke to the pinion flange | 112 | 83 | - |
| Bolt retaining the differential housing cover to the differential housing | 44 | 32 | - |
| Oil filler plug | 30 | 22 | - |
| Pinion bearing preload (used pinion bearings) | 0.9-1.5 | - | 8-14 |
| Pinion bearing preload (new pinion bearings) | 1.8-3.3 | - | 16-29 |
| Adapter for 205-S127 | 2.2 | - | 20 |
| Bolt retaining the bearing cap to the differential case | 105 | 77 | - |
| Bolt retaining the ring gear to the differential case | 106 | 77 | - |
- Rear Drive Axle and Differential
- Rear Wheel Bearing and Axle Shaft Oil Seal
- Drive Pinion
- Differential Case
- Axle Housing
- Differential Case and Ring Gear - Conventional
- Differential Case and Ring Gear - Traction-Lok
Assembly
1. Lubricate the differential side gear thrust washers and the differential
side gear journals, and
assemble the washers to the gears.
Use SAE 80W-90 Premium Rear Axle Lubricant XY-80W90-QL or equi ...
Rear Drive Axle and Differential
The axle housing assembly consists of a cast center section with two
steel tube assemblies and
a stamped differential housing cover (4033). The differential housing cover
uses sili ...
Other materials:
Trim Panel - Package Tray
Special Tool(s)
Torx Bit, Safety Belt Bolt
501-010 (T77L-2100-A)
Removal and Installation
1. Remove the screw and the coat hook.
2. NOTE: Inspect the shoulder safety belt guide cover for damage. If the
shoulder safety belt guide
cover is d ...
Ignition Lock Cylinder - Functional
Removal and Installation
1. Disconnect the battery ground cable. For additional information,
refer to Section.
2. Remove the ignition switch lock cylinder (11582).
1. Insert the ignition key and turn to the RUN position.
2. Using a 1/8-inch d ...
Supercharger Cooling System Flushing
1. WARNING: Never remove the pressure relief cap while the engine is
operating or
when the cooling system is hot. Failure to follow these instructions can result
in damage
to the cooling system or engine or personal injury. To avoid having scalding hot
cool ...
