Ford Mustang (1999-2004) Service Manual: Rear Drive Axle/Differential - Ford 8.8-Inch Ring Gear

General Specifications

General Specifications

Torque Specifications

Description Nm lb-ft lb-in
Bolt retaining the differential pinion shaft to the differential case 30 22 -
Bolt retaining the driveshaft yoke to the pinion flange 112 83 -
Bolt retaining the differential housing cover to the differential housing 44 32 -
Oil filler plug 30 22 -
Pinion bearing preload (used pinion bearings) 0.9-1.5 - 8-14
Pinion bearing preload (new pinion bearings) 1.8-3.3 - 16-29
Adapter for 205-S127 2.2 - 20
Bolt retaining the bearing cap to the differential case 105 77 -
Bolt retaining the ring gear to the differential case 106 77 -
Assembly
1. Lubricate the differential side gear thrust washers and the differential side gear journals, and assemble the washers to the gears. Use SAE 80W-90 Premium Rear Axle Lubricant XY-80W90-QL or equi ...

Rear Drive Axle and Differential
  The axle housing assembly consists of a cast center section with two steel tube assemblies and a stamped differential housing cover (4033). The differential housing cover uses sili ...

Other materials:

Geartrain
Power is transmitted from the torque converter to the Ravigneaux geartrain components through the input shaft and forward clutch cylinder. The geartrain contains a Ravigneaux planetary set connected by dual pinion gears. By holding or driving ...

Symptom Chart
Condition Possible Sources Action Tires show excess wear on edge of tread Underinflated tires. Vehicle overloaded. High-speed cornering. Incorrect ride height. Incorrect wheel alignment. Incorrect tire ...

Turn Signal and Hazard Lamps
Refer to Wiring Diagrams Cell 90 , Turn/Stop/Hazard Lamps for schematic and connector information. Special Tool(s) 73 III Automotive Meter 105-R0057 or equivalent Inspection and Verification 1. Verify the customer concern. 2. Visually ins ...