Ford Mustang (1999-2004) Service Manual: Gear (Disassembly and Assembly)

Special Tool(s)

Head Mounting Fixture 303-D041 (D83L-500-B1) or Equivalent
Inner Tie Rod Socket Tool 211-D025 (D90P-3290-A) or Equivalent
Steering Gear Holding Fixture 211-D011 (D87P-3504-B) or Equivalent

Material

Item Specification
Multi-Purpose Grease XG-4 ESR-M1C159- A
Silicone Brake Caliper Grease and Dielectric Compound D7AZ-19A331-A ESE-M1C171- A
Gear (Removal and Installation)
Special Tool(s) Teflon Seal Replacer Set 211-D027 (D90P-3517-A) or Equivalent Tie Rod End Remover 211-001 (TOOL-3290-D) Removal 1. Turn the steering wheel as necessary to pos ...

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 ...

Other materials:

Installation
Using special tool 205-024 NOTE: This is the preferred method for installing the pinion bearing cups. If necessary, proceed to Using special tools 205-153, 205-024, 205-231, and 205-D055 in this procedure for an alternate method. 1. Position the special too ...

Driveline Angle
  Item Description 1 Bottom of the frame 2 Engine crankshaft centerline 3 Engine angle 4 Driveshaft and coupling shaft centerline 5 Driveshaft and coupling shaft angle 6 Rear axle pinion centerline ...

Battery Cables
Removal WARNING: Batteries normally produce explosive gases which can cause personal injury. Therefore, do not allow flames, sparks or lighted substances to come near the battery. When charging or working near a battery, always shield your face an ...