Ford Mustang (1999-2004) Service Manual: Rear Drive Halfshafts
General Specifications
Torque Specifications
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 ...
Other materials:
Engine (Installation)
Special Tool(s)
Heavy Duty Floor Crane
014-00071 or equivalent
Spreader Bar
303-D089 (D93P-6001-A3) or
equivalent
Material
Item
Specification
SAE 5W-20 Premium Synthetic
Blend Motor Oil
XO-5W20-QSP or equivalent ...
Chuckle
Chuckle that occurs on the coast driving phase is usually caused by excessive
clearance between the
differential gear hub and the differential case bore.
Damage to a gear tooth on the coast side can cause a noise identical to a
chuckle. A very small tooth
n ...
Installation
1. CAUTION: The timing chain procedures must be followed exactly or
damage to the
valve and pistons will result.
Compress the tensioner plunger, using an edge of a vise.
2. While holding the ratchet mechanism, push the ratchet arm back into the
tensioner ...
