Ford Mustang (1999-2004) Service Manual: Rear Drive Halfshafts
General Specifications
Torque Specifications
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 ...
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Security Access - Procedure
Special Tool(s)
Worldwide
418-F224,
New Generation STAR (NGS)
Tester
418-F052, or equivalent
diagnostic tool
NOTE: The security access procedure is utilized to obtain passive anti-theft
system (PATS) security
access. PATS security acce ...
Installation
1. Inspect the pinion flange seal journal for rust, nicks, and scratches
prior to installing the flange.
Polish the seal journal with fine crocus cloth, if necessary.
2. Lubricate the pinion flange splines.
Use SAE 80W-90 Premium Rear Axle Lubricant XY-80 ...
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 damage the threads in the bolt holes.
Insert a punch in the bolt holes and d ...
