Ford Mustang (1999-2004) Service Manual: Rear Drive Axle/Differential - Ford 8.8-Inch IRS
General Specifications

Torque Specifications


a: Use Stud and Bearing Mount EOAZ-19554-BA or equivalent meeting Ford specification WSKM2G349- A1.
b: With pinion flange yoke seal.
- Rear Drive Axle and Differential
- Stub Shaft Pilot Bearing and Seal
- Drive Pinion Flange
- Pinion Seal
- Axle Housing
- Axle
Assembly
1. CAUTION: 118 ml (4 oz) of the specified Ford Friction Modifier must
be used in the
axle.
Lubricate each steel clutch plate and soak all friction plates for no less than
15 minutes.
Use Additiv ...
Rear Drive Axle and Differential
The differential housing (4010) consists of a cast aluminum housing and
a cast aluminum
differential housing cover (4033). The differential housing cover uses
silicone sealant as a ...
Other materials:
Installation
1. NOTE: A new torque converter drain plug must be used.
Install the torque converter drain plug.
2. Install the torque converter housing plug.
3. CAUTION: If installing a new filter, and the seal remains in the
main control bore,
carefully use a small ...
Throttle Body
Removal
WARNING: Do not smoke or carry lighted tobacco or open flame of any
type when
working on or near any fuel related components. Highly flammable mixtures are
always present
and may be ignited. Failure to follow these instructions may result in personal ...
Cylinder Head - Distortion
Special Tool(s)
Straight Edge
303-D039 (D83L-4201-A) or
equivalent
1. Use a straight edge and a feeler gauge to inspect the cylinder head for
flatness. If the cylinder
head is distorted, install a new cylinder head.
Cylinder Bore -Cleaning ...
