Ford Mustang (1999-2004) Service Manual: Synchronizers
Disassembly and Assembly
NOTE: This procedure applies to all synchronizer assemblies.
1. Scribe an alignment mark on the sliding sleeve and the hub for assembly reference.
2. Remove the sliding sleeve, then remove the synchronizer struts and the springs.

3. Install the synchronizer struts and the springs.
4. CAUTION: Match the alignment marks made during disassembly. The sleeve and the hub have an extremely close fit. Hold the sleeve and hub square to prevent jamming. Do not force the sleeve onto the hub.
Install the sliding sleeve.
Countershaft Bearing
Special Tool(s)
Remover, Drive Pinion Bearing
Cone
205-D002 (D79L-4621-A) or
equivalent
Installer, Drive Pinion Bearing
Cone
205-011 (T57L-4621-B)
Disassembly and A ...
Gearshift Rail Bushing
Special Tool(s)
Universal Puller Set
303-DS005 (D80L-100-A) or
equivalent
Installer, Shift Rail Bushing
308-244 (T96P-7025-F)
Slide Hammer
100-001 (T50T-100- ...
Other materials:
Register - LH
Removal
1. Remove the instrument panel steering column cover bolts.
2. Unsnap and remove the instrument panel steering column cover.
3. Remove the bolts and the steering column reinforcement.
4. Remove the screws.
5. Remove the register.
Installation ...
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 ...
Emission control system
WARNING: Do not park, idle, or drive your vehicle in dry grass
or other dry ground cover. The emission system heats up the
engine compartment and exhaust system, which can start a fire.
WARNING: Exhaust leaks may result in entry of harmful and
potentially leth ...
