Ford Mustang (1999-2004) Service Manual: Differential Case
Special Tool(s)
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2-Jaw Puller 205-D072 (D97L-4221-A) or equivalent |
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Dial Indicator Gauge with Holding Fixture 100-002 (TOOL-4201-C) or equivalent |
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Gauge, Clutch Housing 308-021 (T75L-4201-A) or equivalent |
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Installer, Differential Shim 205-220 (T85L-4067-AH) |
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Installer, Differential Side Bearing 205-010 (T57L-4221-A2) |
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Step Plate 205-D061 (D83T-4205-C2) or equivalent |
Final assembly
23. Install the differential assembly in the differential housing. For
additional information, refer to
Differential Case in this section.
24. CAUTION: Align the index marks.
CAUTION: Install the d ...
Removal
1. Remove the differential housing cover (4033) and drain the rear axle
(4001). For additional
information, refer to Differential Housing Cover in this section.
2. CAUTION: Reinstall the differentia ...
Other materials:
Mass Air Flow (MAF) Sensor - 3.8L
Removal
CAUTION: The mass air flow (MAF) sensor hot wire sensing
element and housing are
calibrated as a unit and must be repaired as a complete assembly. Do not
damage the sensing
element (internal to housing) or possible failure to the mass air f ...
Hydraulic Lash Adjusters
Removal
1. Remove the roller followers. For additional information, refer to Roller
Followers in this section.
2. Remove the 16 hydraulic lash adjusters.
3. Inspect the roller followers. For additional information, refer to
Section.
Installation
1. To ins ...
Engine
WARNING: Do not operate the engine with the hood open until the fan
blade has been first
examined for possible cracks and separation.
The 4.6L (4V) (281 CID) is a V-8 engine with the following features:
dual overhead camshafts
four valves per cylinder
s ...






