Ford Mustang (1999-2004) Service Manual: Rear Wheel Bearing and Axle Shaft Oil Seal
Special Tool(s)
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Adapter for 303-224 205-153 (T80T-4000-W) |
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Installer, Axle Shaft Bearing 205-124 (T78P-1225-A) |
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Installer, Rear Axle Oil Seal 205-390 (T97T-1177-B) |
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Remover, Axle Bearing 205-219 (T85L-1225-AH) |
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Slide Hammer 100-001 (T50T-100-A) |
Removal
1. Remove the axle shaft (4234). For additional information, refer to Axle Shaft in this section.
2. NOTE: If the wheel bearing oil seal is leaking, the axle housing vent may be plugged.
Using the special tools, remove the rear wheel bearing and wheel bearing oil seal.
Installation
1. Lubricate the new rear wheel bearing with the specified lubricant.
2. Using the special tools, install the new rear wheel bearing.
3. Lubricate the lip of the new wheel bearing oil seal.
- Use Premium Long-Life Grease XG-1-C or equivalent meeting Ford specification ESAM1C75- B.
4. Using the special tools, install the new wheel bearing oil seal.
5. Install the axle shaft. For additional information, refer to Axle Shaft in this section.
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 ...
Fuel Filter
Removal
WARNING: Fuel supply lines on all vehicles equipped with fuel injected
engines will
remain pressurized for long periods of time after engine shutdown. Fuel system
pressure must
be relieved prior to fuel system service to prevent possible personal inj ...
Halfshaft Joint
Special Tool(s)
Driver
205-199 (T83T-3132-A1)
Hub Bearing Cup Replacer
205-147 (T80T-4000-P)
Sensing Ring Replacer
206-041 (T89P-20202-A)
Disassembly
1. CAUTION: Do not disassemble the halfshaft assembly. Install a new
assem ...