Ford Mustang Service Manual: Rear Drive Axle/Differential - Ford 8.8-Inch Ring Gear
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 | - |
- Rear Drive Axle and Differential
- Axle Shaft
- Rear Wheel Bearing and Axle Shaft Oil Seal
- Differential Housing Cover
- Axle Housing Bushing
- Drive Pinion
- Differential Case
- Axle Housing
- Differential Case and Ring Gear - Conventional
- Differential Case and Ring Gear - Traction-Lok
Assembly
Disassembly
1. Remove the differential assembly from the differential housing. For
additional information, refer
to Differential Case in this section.
2. Remove the bolts.
3. CAUTION: Do not damag ...
Rear Drive Axle and Differential
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 diffe ...
Other materials:
Final disassembly
Disassembly
Initial disassembly
1. Remove the differential housing cover (4033) and drain the lubricant into
a suitable container.
2. Wipe the lubricant from the internal working parts and inspect the parts for
wear and damage.
3. Using the special tool, m ...
Removal
Removal
Both mounts
1. Disconnect the battery ground cable. For additional information, refer to
Section.
2. Remove the coolant bypass tube. For additional information, refer to Section.
3. Rotate the drive belt tensioner clockwise and detach the drive belt ...
Running out of fuel
Avoid running out of fuel because this situation may have an adverse effect on
powertrain components.
If you have run out of fuel:
• You may need to cycle the ignition from off to on several times after refueling
to allow the fuel system to pump the fuel ...