Ford Mustang (1999-2004) Service Manual: Assembly
1. NOTE: Universal joint service kits are to be installed as complete assemblies only. Do not mix components from other U-joint kits.
Install the bearing cup.
1. Start a new bearing cup into the driveshaft yoke.
- Check the needle bearings for correct positioning.
2. Position the new spider in the driveshaft yoke.
3. Using the special tool, press the bearing cup to just below the snap ring groove.
2. NOTE: Use the yellow snap rings supplied in the kit to assemble the universal joint (U-joint). If difficulty is encountered with the yellow snap rings, install the black snap rings, as required.
Remove the driveshaft from the special tool, and install the snap ring.
3. Repeat Steps 1 and 2 to install the opposite side of the driveshaft yoke.
4. Inspect the driveshaft slip yoke. Install new if necessary.
5. Repeat Steps 1 and 2 to install the remaining new bearing cups, spider, driveshaft slip yoke, and the snap rings.
6. NOTE: Do not strike the bearings.
Check the U-joints for freedom of movement.
- If binding, strike the yoke with a brass or plastic hammer.
7. Install the driveshaft. For additional information, refer to Driveshaft in this section.
Disassembly
1. Remove the driveshaft (4602). For additional information, refer to Driveshaft in this section. 2. CAUTION: Under no circumstances is the driveshaft assembly to be clamped in the jaws of a vise o ...Universal Joint - Single Cardan, Flange Yoke
Special Tool(s) Installer/Remover, C Frame and Screw 205-086 (T74P-4635-C) ...Other materials:
Disassembly
NOTE: The steering gear is serviceable as either a long or short rack
assembly. This procedure covers
the removal and installation of the components not supplied with a short rack
assembly. On short rack
assembly only the front wheel spindle tie-rods and fro ...
Instrument Cluster (Description and Operation)
The instrument cluster (10849) consists of the following components:
Instrument Cluster-Base 3.8L Engine
Instrument Cluster-Base 4.6L Engine
Instrument Cluster-Cobra
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Battery Cables
Removal
WARNING: Batteries normally produce explosive gases which can
cause personal injury.
Therefore, do not allow flames, sparks or lighted substances to come
near the battery. When
charging or working near a battery, always shield your face an ...