Ford Mustang (1999-2004) Service Manual: Rear Wheel Bearing and Axle Shaft Oil Seal

Special Tool(s)

	Adapter for 303-224 205-153 (T80T-4000-W)
	Installer, Axle Shaft Bearing 205-124 (T78P-1225-A)
	Installer, Rear Axle Oil Seal 205-390 (T97T-1177-B)
	Remover, Axle Bearing 205-219 (T85L-1225-AH)
	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.

Rear Wheel Bearing and Axle Shaft 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.

Rear Wheel Bearing and Axle Shaft Oil Seal

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.

Rear Wheel Bearing and Axle Shaft Oil Seal

5. Install the axle shaft. For additional information, refer to Axle Shaft in this section.

Other materials:

Drive Pinion Flange
Special Tool(s) 2-Jaw Puller 205-D072 (D97L-4221-A) or equivalent Holding Fixture, Drive Pinion Flange 205-126 (T78P-4851-A) Installer, Drive Pinion Flange 205-002 (TOOL-4858-E) or equivalent ...

Retractor - Front Seat Safety Belt, Coupe
Special Tool(s) Torx Bit, Safety Belt Bolt 501-010 (T77L-2100-A) Removal 1. Remove the quarter trim panel (31012). For additional information, refer to Section. 2. Using the special tool, remove the bolt and the safety belt retractor. Remov ...

Inspection and Verification
WARNING: Use of any other than the approved DOT 3 brake fluid will cause permanent damage to brake components and will render the brakes inoperative. WARNING: Brake fluid contains polyglycol ethers and polyglycols. Avoid contact with eyes. Wash hands thorou ...