Ford Mustang (1999-2004) Service Manual: Countershaft Bearing
Special Tool(s)
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Remover, Drive Pinion Bearing Cone 205-D002 (D79L-4621-A) or equivalent |
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Installer, Drive Pinion Bearing Cone 205-011 (T57L-4621-B) |
Disassembly and Assembly
1. Cut the outer cage, then remove the outer cage and rollers.

2. Using the special tool and a press, remove the inner bearing.

3. Using the special tools, install the new countershaft bearing.

Assembly
1. Carry out the following before reassembling:
Inspect the gears for broken or cracked teeth. Check for unusual wear
patterns.
Inspect the thrust washers for face wear, cracks, scoring and for s ...
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 sleev ...
Other materials:
Daytime running lamps
WARNING: Always remember to turn on your headlamps at
dusk or during inclement weather. The Daytime Running Lamp
(DRL) system does not activate the tail lamps and generally may not
provide adequate lighting during these conditions. Failure to activate
your hea ...
Fuel quality
Note: Use of any fuel other than those recommended may cause
powertrain damage and a loss of vehicle performance; repairs may not be
covered under warranty.
Choosing the Right Fuel
Use only unleaded fuel or unleaded fuel blended with a maximum of
15% ethanol. ...
Tire Wear Chart
Wheel and tire NVH concerns are directly related to vehicle speed and are not
generally affected by
acceleration, coasting or decelerating. Also, out-of-balance wheel and tires can
vibrate at more than
one speed. A vibration that is affected by the engine ...


