Ford Mustang (1999-2004) Service Manual: Rear Suspension (Description and Operation)

| Item | Part Number | Description |
| 1 | 18125 | Rear shock absorber |
| 2 | - | Rear axle driveline vibration damper |
| 3 | 5A649 | Rear lower suspension arm and bushing (common LH and RH) |
| 4 | 5560 | Rear spring |
| 5 | 4731 | Rear axle bumper bracket |
| 6 | 4905 | Rear axle differential carrier bumper and bracket |
| 7 | 5A772 | Rear stabilizer bar |
| 8 | 5500 | Rear upper suspension arm and bushing (common LH and RH) |
Rear Suspension
Torque Specifications
WARNING: All vehicles are equipped with gas pressurized shock absorbers
which will
extend unassisted. Do not apply heat or flame to the shock absorbers during
removal or
comp ...
Wheel Hub - Cobra
Special Tool(s)
2-3 Jaw Puller
205-D026 (D80L-1013-A) or
Equivalent
Driver
205-199 (T83T-3132-A1)
Front Hub Remover Replacer
204-069 (T81P-1104-C)
...
Other materials:
Camshaft Journal - Clearance, Plastigage Method
Special Tool(s)
Plastigage
303-D031 (D81L-6002-B) or
equivalent
NOTE: The camshaft journals must meet specifications before checking
camshaft journal clearance.
1. Remove the camshaft bearing cap and lay Plastigage across the surface. Refer ...
Camshaft End Play - Push Rod Engines
Special Tool(s)
Dial Indicator Gauge with
Holding Fixture
100-002 (TOOL-4201-C) or
equivalent
1. Remove the valve tappets. Refer to the appropriate section in Group 303
for the procedure.
2. Use a Dial Indicator Gauge with Holding Fixture ...
Exhaust Manifold - Inspection
Special Tool(s)
Straight Edge
303-D039 (D83L-4201-A) or
equivalent
1. Place a straight edge across the exhaust manifold flanges and check for
warping with a feeler
gauge.
Bearing -Inspection
1. Inspect bearings for the following defects. P ...
