Ford Mustang (1999-2004) Service Manual: Countershaft Bearing
Special Tool(s)
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Bearing Replacer 308-061 (T77J-7025-L) |
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Front Bearing Replacer 308-062 (T77J-7025-M) |
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Mainshaft Front Bearing Replacer 308-081 (T82T-7003-DH) |
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Pinion Bearing Cone Remover 205-D002 (D79L-4621-A) or Equivalent |
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Pinion Bearing Cone Replacer 205-011 (T57L-4621-B) |
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Remover and Replacer Tube 308-024 (T75L-7025-B) |
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Remover and Replacer Tube 308-052 (T77J-7025-B) |
Disassembly
1. Using the special tool and a press, remove the countershaft bearing assembly (7F431).

2. CAUTION: Failure to correctly support the case (7005) during bearing race removal will result in permanent distortion of the case.
NOTE: Remove the front countershaft bearing race only if damaged or worn.
Using the special tools and a press, remove the bearing race and the countershaft front bearing seal (7693).

Assembly
NOTE: Position the countershaft in the transmission case before installing the rear countershaft bearing.
1. Install the countershaft front bearing seal on the bearing race.

2. Coat the outside diameter of the bearing race with sealer.
- Use Threadlock and Sealer E0AZ-19554-AA or equivalent meeting Ford specification WSK-M2G351-5A.
3. CAUTION: Failure to correctly support the case during bearing race installation will result in permanent distortion of the case.
Using the special tools and a press, install the bearing race.

4. Using the special tool and a press, install the front countershaft bearing.

Output Shaft
Special Tool(s)
Pinion Bearing Cone Remove
205-D002 (D79L-4621-A) or
Equivalent
Spiral Snap Ring Replacer
308-096 (T85P-7025-A)
Disassembly
1. Using the special tool a ...
Synchronizers
Disassembly
NOTE: This procedure applies to all synchronizer assemblies
(7124). The synchronizers are slightly
different in design. Notation is made where procedural differences occur.
1. On the ...
Other materials:
Crankshaft Runout
Special Tool(s)
Dial Indicator Gauge with
Holding Fixture
100-002 (TOOL-4201-C) or
equivalent
1. NOTE: Crankshaft main bearing journals must be within
specifications before checking runout.
Use the Dial Indicator Gauge with Holding Fixtur ...
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 ...
Trunk release
The remote trunk release button is
located on the center console. Press
the button to unlatch the trunk.
Interior Trunk Control Lockout (Convertible Vehicles Only)
This feature disables the interior trunk control. It helps prevent
unauthorized access to the t ...







