Ford Mustang (1999-2004) Service Manual: Rear Wheel Bearing and Axle Shaft Oil Seal
Special Tool(s)
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Adapter for 303-224 205-153 (T80T-4000-W) |
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Installer, Axle Shaft Bearing 205-124 (T78P-1225-A) |
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Installer, Rear Axle Oil Seal 205-390 (T97T-1177-B) |
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Remover, Axle Bearing 205-219 (T85L-1225-AH) |
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Slide Hammer 100-001 (T50T-100-A) |
Removal
1. Remove the axle shaft (4234). For additional information, refer to Axle Shaft in this section.
2. NOTE: If the wheel bearing oil seal is leaking, the axle housing vent may be plugged.
Using the special tools, remove the rear wheel bearing and wheel bearing oil seal.
Installation
1. Lubricate the new rear wheel bearing with the specified lubricant.
2. Using the special tools, install the new rear wheel bearing.
3. Lubricate the lip of the new wheel bearing oil seal.
- Use Premium Long-Life Grease XG-1-C or equivalent meeting Ford specification ESAM1C75- B.
4. Using the special tools, install the new wheel bearing oil seal.
5. Install the axle shaft. For additional information, refer to Axle Shaft in this section.
Other materials:
Cleaning leather seats
• Remove dust and loose dirt with a vacuum cleaner.
• Clean spills and stains as quickly as possible.
• For routine cleaning, wipe the surface with a soft, damp cloth. For
more thorough cleaning, wipe the surface with a mild soap and water
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Supercharger Cooling (Diagnosis and Testing)
Special Tool(s)
Pressure Test Kit
014-R1072 or equivalent
Battery/Antifreeze Tester
014-R1060 or equivalent
Material
Item
Specification
Motorcraft Premium
Engine Coolant
VC-4-A (in Oregon
VC-5, in Canada
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Emission control system
WARNING: Do not park, idle, or drive your vehicle in dry grass
or other dry ground cover. The emission system heats up the
engine compartment and exhaust system, which can start a fire.
WARNING: Exhaust leaks may result in entry of harmful and
potentially leth ...