Ford Mustang (1999-2004) Service Manual: Axle

Special Tool(s)

2-Jaw Puller 205-D072 (D97L-4221-A) or equivalent
Adapter for 205-S127 205-105 (T76P-4020-A3)
Bearing Preload Tool 205-395 (T93P-4220-A)
Plate, Bearing/Oil Seal 205-090 (T75L-1165-B)
Gauge, Clutch Housing 308-021 (T75L-4201-A)
Holding Fixture, Drive Pinion Flange 205-126 (T78P-4851-A)
Installer, Drive Pinion Flange 205-002 (TOOL-4858-E) or equivalent
Dial Indicator Gauge 100-D005 (D78P-4201-G) or equivalent
Dial Indicator Gauge with Holding Fixture 100-002 (TOOL-4201-C) or equivalent
Spreader, Differential Carrier 205-001 (TOOL-4000-E) or equivalent
Installer, Differential Side Bearing 205-010 (T57L-4221-A2)
Adapter for 205-S127 205-110 (T76P-4020-A10)
Adapter for 205-S127 205-129 (T79P-4020-A18)
Gauge Tube, Drive Pinion 205-336 (T93P-4020-A)
Adapter for 205-S127 205-111 (T76P-4020-A11)
Spreader, Differential Housing (Plate) 205-335 (T93P-4000-A)
Gauge, Differential Bearing 205-338 (T93P-4222-A)
Installer, Drive Pinion Bearing Cone 205-005 (T53T-4621-C)
Installer, Drive Pinion Bearing Cup 205-024 (T67P-4616-A)
Protector, Drive Pinion Thread 205-460
Installer, Drive Pinion Oil Seal 205-133 (T79P-4676-A)
Gauge, Differential Bearing 205-339 (T93P-4222-B)
Adapter for 205-S127 205-109 (T76P-4020-A9)
Step Plate 205-D061 (D83T-4205-C2) or equivalent
Gauge, Differential Clutch 205-135 (T80P-4946-A)
Gauge, Differential Clutch Torque 205-013 (T59L-4204-A)
Remover, Bearing 205-055 (T71P-4621-B)
Holding Fixture, Transmission 307-003 (T57L-500-B)
Installation
1. Install the bushings, if removed. 2. Using the transmission jack, raise the rear axle assembly into position. 3. Install the bolts and nuts. 4. Install the bolts. 5. CAUTION: Align the index ...

Disassembly
Initial disassembly 1. Remove the differential housing cover (4033) and drain the lubricant into a suitable container. 2. Wipe the lubricant from the internal working parts and inspect the parts for ...

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Pinpoint Test A: The Air Bag Warning Indicator Is Illuminated Continuously - RCM Disconnected, Inoperative or Lost/Low Ignition Feed
Normal Operation NOTE: During normal operation the air bag indicator will be lit continuously for 6 seconds after the ignition switch is placed in the RUN position and after five cycles of a lamp fault code (LFC) if a fault exists. Be sure to cycle the ignit ...

Supercharger Belt
Removal and Installation 1. Remove the supercharger drive belt cover. 2. Rotate the supercharger belt tensioner clockwise and remove the supercharger belt. 3. To install, reverse the removal procedure. ...

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 component servicing. Failure to follow these instructions can re ...