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:
Manual
WARNING: Brake fluid contains polyglycol ethers and polyglycols.
Avoid contact with
eyes. Wash hands thoroughly after handling. If brake fluid contacts
eyes, flush eyes with
running water for 15 minutes. Get medical attention if irritation
persist ...
Safety Belt Buckle - Rear Seat
Removal
1. Remove the rear seat cushion.
2. Remove the bolt and the safety belt buckle.
Installation
1. NOTE: LH and RH rear seat safety belt buckles have different anchor
plates. Make sure correct
part is used when installing buckle and anchor plate in th ...
Axle Housing Bushing
Special Tool(s)
Axle Suspension Bushing Set
204-S030 (T78P-5638-A)
Removal
CAUTION: Suspension fasteners are critical parts because they affect
performance of vital
components and systems and their failure can result in major service expense. ...





