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:
Axle Housing Casting Porosity (Holes in Casting) Repair
CAUTION: To keep the axle's sound characteristics, do not disassemble
the carrier.
NOTE: Casting porosity is a condition where occasionally gas bubbles will
form during the casting
process leaving small pockets in the metal that will cause the axle housing t ...
Installation
CAUTION: The upper suspension arm and bushing nuts must be tightened
with the
suspension at curb height. Failure to do so can result in bushing failure,
resulting in poor ride
and handling.
NOTE: If installing a new upper suspension arm and bushing, mark the ...
Inspection and Verification
1. Road test.
Verify the customer's concern by performing a road test on a smooth
road.
2. Inspect tires.
Check the tire pressure with all normal loads in the vehicle and the
tires cold. For
additional information, refer to the vehicle certification ...
