Ford Mustang (1999-2004) Service Manual: Assembly
1. NOTE: Universal joint kits are to be installed as complete assemblies only. Do not mix components from other U-joint kits.
Install the spider.
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. Position the driveshaft in the U-joint tool.
4. Press the bearing cup to just below the snap ring groove.
- Repeat for the other bearing cup.
2. Inspect the driveshaft flange yoke. Install new if necessary.
3. Install the driveshaft flange yoke.
1. Start a new bearing cup into the driveshaft flange yoke.
- Check the needle bearings for correct positioning.
2. Position the driveshaft flange yoke.
3. Position the driveshaft in the U-joint tool.
4. Press the bearing cup to just below the snap ring groove.
- Repeat for the other bearing cup.
4. 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 U-joint tool, and install the four snap rings.
5. 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.
6. 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
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Rear Drive Axle/Differential - Ford 7.5-Inch Ring Gear
General Specifications
a: In-vehicle repair refill capacities are determined by filling the rear axle
with the specified lubricant to
6.4-14.3-mm (1/4-9/16-in) below the bottom of the fill hole.
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Other materials:
Oil Filter Adapter
Material
Item
Specification
Super Premium SAE 5W-20
Motor Oil
XO-5W20 QSP or equivalent
WSS-M2C153-
H
Premium Engine Coolant
VC-4A (In Canada CXC-10; In
Oregon VC-5) or equivalent
ESE-M97B44-
A
Removal and Installation
1. ...
Rear Window Glass
Special Tool(s)
Rotunda Pneumatic Knife with
Offset Blade
107-R1511 or equivalent
The Pumper
164-R2459 or equivalent
Rotunda Interior Auto Glass
Cut-Out Knife Kit
164-R2450 or equivalent
...
Catalyst Monitor Sensor
Special Tool(s)
Socket, Exhaust Gas Oxygen
Sensor
303-476 (T94P-9472-A)
Material
Item
Specification
Penetrating and Lock Lubricant
or equivalent
E8AZ-19A501-
B
Removal and Installation
1. Disconnect the battery ground ...