Ford Mustang (1999-2004) Service Manual: Rear Suspension (Description and Operation)

| Item | Part Number | Description |
| 1 | 18125 | Rear shock absorber |
| 2 | - | Rear axle driveline vibration damper |
| 3 | 5A649 | Rear lower suspension arm and bushing (common LH and RH) |
| 4 | 5560 | Rear spring |
| 5 | 4731 | Rear axle bumper bracket |
| 6 | 4905 | Rear axle differential carrier bumper and bracket |
| 7 | 5A772 | Rear stabilizer bar |
| 8 | 5500 | Rear upper suspension arm and bushing (common LH and RH) |
Rear Suspension
Torque Specifications
WARNING: All vehicles are equipped with gas pressurized shock absorbers
which will
extend unassisted. Do not apply heat or flame to the shock absorbers during
removal or
comp ...
Wheel Hub - Cobra
Special Tool(s)
2-3 Jaw Puller
205-D026 (D80L-1013-A) or
Equivalent
Driver
205-199 (T83T-3132-A1)
Front Hub Remover Replacer
204-069 (T81P-1104-C)
...
Other materials:
Waxing
Regular waxing is necessary to protect the paint on your car from the
elements. We recommend that you wash and wax the painted surface
once or twice a year.
When washing and waxing, park your vehicle in a shaded area out of
direct sunlight. Always wash your v ...
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 equivalent
meeting
Ford specification WSP-M2C197-A.
2. Lub ...
Air Cleaner Outlet Pipe - 4.6L (4V)
Removal and Installation
Cobra
1. Disconnect the intake air temperature (IAT) sensor.
All vehicles
2. Disconnect the vacuum hose.
3. Disconnect the breather hose.
NOTE: Cobra shown, Mach I similar.
4. Loosen the clamps and remove the air cleaner outle ...
