Ford Mustang (1999-2004) Service Manual: Final disassembly
32. If not done previously, remove the bolts.
33. CAUTION: Do not damage the bolt hole threads.
If not done previously, insert a punch in the bolt holes and drive off the differential ring gear.
34. Using the special tools, remove the differential bearing.
- Repeat for the other side.
35. Remove the bolt and remove the differential pinion shaft (4211).
36. WARNING: The differential clutch spring (4214) is under tension. Remove the spring carefully. Failure to follow these instructions may result in personal injury.
Remove the differential clutch spring.
37. Remove the differential gears.
1. Remove the two differential pinion gears (4215) and pinion thrust washers (4230).
2. Remove the two differential side gears (4236) with the clutch packs (4947) and the shims and tag them "left" and "right."
38. CAUTION: Keep the differential clutch packs in order. Do not mix them. Always reassemble them in the same sequence.
Remove the differential clutch packs and shims from the differential side gears.
- Clean and inspect the remaining differential components for wear and damage. Install new parts as necessary.
39. CAUTION: Do not use acids or solvents when cleaning the differential clutch packs.
Wipe the components only with a clean, lint-free cloth.
Clean and inspect the differential clutch packs for wear and damage. Install new parts as necessary.
Disassembly
Initial disassembly
1. Remove the differential housing cover (4033) and drain the lubricant into
a suitable container.
2. Wipe the lubricant from the internal working parts and inspect the parts for ...
Assembly
Initial assembly
1. Coat the new differential drive pinion bearing cup(s) with lubricant.
Use SAE 75W-140 High Performance Rear Axle Lubricant F1TZ-19580-B or
equivalent
meeting Ford specificatio ...
Other materials:
Air Bag Disposal - Undeployed Inoperative
WARNING: Always wear safety glasses when repairing an air bag
supplemental restraint
system (SRS) vehicle and when handling an air bag module. This will
reduce the risk of injury
in the event of an accidental deployment.
WARNING: Never probe the c ...
Brake System (Description and Operation)
Component Locations
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The vehicle is equipped with a vacuum-assisted or a hydro-boost power braking
system.
The braking system is a front-to-rear split hydraulic system.
The front wheel brakes utilize a dual piston brake caliper and disc brake
sy ...
Lamp Switch - Headlamp
Removal
1. Disconnect the battery ground cable.
2. Remove the headlamp switch knob.
1. Pull the headlamp switch knob out.
2. Insert a thin tool into the slot, pull and remove the headlamp switch
knob.
3. Remove the instrument panel cluster fin ...
