Ford Mustang (1999-2004) Service Manual: Disassembly
1. Remove the driveshaft (4602). For additional information, refer to Driveshaft in this section.
2. CAUTION: Under no circumstances is the driveshaft assembly to be clamped in the jaws of a vise or similar holding fixture. Denting or localizing fracture can result, causing driveshaft failure during vehicle operation.
Place the driveshaft (4602) on a suitable workbench. Be careful not to damage the tube.
3. NOTE: If components are not marked and therefore installed incorrectly, driveline imbalance can occur.
Index-mark the driveshaft components.
4. Clamp the special tool in a vise.
5. Remove all four of the snap rings.
6. NOTE: If necessary, use a pair of pliers to remove a bearing cup if it cannot be pressed out all the way.
Remove the driveshaft slip yoke (4841).
1. Position the driveshaft slip yoke in the U-joint tool.
2. Press out a bearing cup.
3. Rotate the driveshaft slip yoke.
4. Press on the spider to remove the remaining bearing cup.
5. Remove the driveshaft slip yoke.
7. Repeat Step 5 to remove the remaining bearing cups and spider from the driveshaft.
8. Clean the yoke area at each end of the driveshaft.
Driveshaft Slip Yoke
Special Tool(s)
Installer/Remover, C Frame
and Screw
205-086 (T74P-4635-C)
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Assembly
1. NOTE: Universal joint service kits are to be installed as complete
assemblies only. Do not mix
components from other U-joint kits.
Install the bearing cup.
1. Start a new bearing cup into the d ...
Other materials:
Stabilizer Bar
Removal
CAUTION: Suspension fasteners are critical parts because they affect
performance of vital
components and systems and their failure can result in major service expense. A
new part with
the same part number must be installed if installation becomes nec ...
Disassembly
1. CAUTION: Hand tighten the special tool to prevent gear damage.
CAUTION: Support the output shaft while using the press to prevent
damage to the
shaft or gears.
Using the special tool and a press, remove first gear, the output shaft rear
bearing ...
Charging System (Description and Operation)
The charging system is a negative ground system consisting of the
following:
generator
internal voltage regulator
charging system warning indicator
storage battery
necessary wiring and cables
The generator is belt-driven by the engine ...