Ford Mustang (1999-2004) Service Manual: Differential Case and Ring Gear - Conventional
Special Tool(s)
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2-Jaw Puller 205-D072 (D97L-4221-A) or equivalent |
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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 |
Axle Housing
Removal and Installation
1. CAUTION: The vehicle must be on level ground and at curb height.
Mark the rear shock absorbers relative to their protective sleeve.
During installation, raise the ...
Disassembly
1. Remove the differential assembly from the differential housing. For
additional information, refer
to Differential Case in this section.
2. Remove the bolts.
3. CAUTION: Do not damage the thread ...
Other materials:
Disassembly
NOTE: The steering gear is serviceable as either a long or short rack
assembly. This procedure covers
the removal and installation of the components not supplied with a short rack
assembly. On short rack
assembly only the front wheel spindle tie-rods and fro ...
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.
...
Inspection and Verification
Certain axle noise or vibration symptoms are also common to the engine,
transmission, wheel
bearings, tires, and other parts of the vehicle. For this reason, be sure that
the cause of the trouble is
in the axle before disassembling, adjusting or repairing th ...



