Ford Mustang (1999-2004) Service Manual: Halfshaft

Special Tool(s)

	Differential Plug 205-294 (T89P-4850-B)
	Differential Seal Protector 205-461
	Front Hub Remover 205-D070 (D93P-1175-B) or Equivalent
	Halfshaft Removal Tool 205-475
	Steering Arm Remover 211-003 (T64P-3590-F)

Rear Drive Halfshafts (Description and Operation)

The rear wheel drive halfshaft system consists of and operates as follows: Halfshafts (4K138) transmit engine torque from the rear axle housing to the rear wheels. Halfshafts rotate at approxi ...

Removal

NOTE: This procedure applies to both the LH and RH halfshafts. 1. CAUTION: The vehicle must be on level ground and at curb height. Mark the rear shock absorber relative to the protective sleeve. ...

Other materials:

Toe Adjustment - Rear
1. Loosen the nuts. To prevent damage to the ball joints, hold the tie-rod ends while loosening the nuts. 2. Rotate the toe link to the correct toe setting. 3. Tighten the nuts. To prevent damage to the ball joints, hold the tie-rod ends wh ...

Installation
All vehicles 1. NOTE: If the valve cover is not secured within four minutes, the sealant must be removed and the sealing area cleaned with metal surface cleaner. Allow to dry until there is no sign of wetness, or four minutes, whichever is longer. Failure to ...

Engine (Diagnosis and Testing)
Special Tool(s) Commercially Available Leakdown Tester Quick Disconnect Compression Tester 134-R0212 or equivalent Dial Indicator Gauge Adapter 303-007 (TOOL-6565-AB) or equivalent Dial Indicator Gauge with Holdin ...