Ford Mustang Service Manual: Installation
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 necessary. If substitution is necessary, the part must be of the same finish and property class. Torque values must be used as specified during reassembly to make sure of correct retention of these parts.
1. Remove the rear wheel knuckle (5A968/5A969). For additional information, refer to Wheel Knuckle-Cobra in this section.
2. Remove the bolts and the dust shield. Discard the bolts.
3. Position the knuckle in a vise.
4. NOTE: There are two methods for removing the rear hub (1109) from the rear wheel bearing (1A049). Both methods are shown.
Method one. Using the special tools, remove the hub.
5. Method two. Using the special tools, remove the hub.
6. Remove the snap ring.
7. Press the wheel bearing from the knuckle.
1. Position the knuckle on the press bed supported by the special tool.
2. Using the appropriate step plate adapter, press the bearing from the knuckle.
Removal
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 sa ...
Wheel Studs
Rear Suspension (Description and Operation)
Item
Part Number
Description
1
18125
Rear shock absorber
2
-
Rear axle driveline vibration damper
3
5A649
R ...
Other materials:
Exhaust System Neutralizing
Noise, Vibration and Harshness (NVH) (Description and Operation)
Noise is any undesirable sound, usually unpleasant in nature. Vibration is
any motion, shaking or
trembling, that can be felt or seen when an object moves back and forth or up
and down. Harshne ...
Economical driving
Fuel economy is affected by several things, such as how you drive, the conditions
you drive under and how you maintain your vehicle.
There are some things to keep in mind that may improve your fuel economy:
• Accelerate and slow down in a smooth, moderate ...
General information
WARNING: Driving while distracted can result in loss of vehicle control,
accident and injury. Ford strongly recommends that drivers use extreme caution when
using any device or feature that may take their focus off the road. Your primary
responsibility i ...