Ford Mustang (1999-2004) Service Manual: Differential Case and Ring Gear - Conventional

Special Tool(s)

2-Jaw Puller 205-D072 (D97L-4221-A) or equivalent
Installer, Differential Side Bearing 205-010 (T57L-4221-A2)
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 ...