Ford Mustang (1999-2004) Service Manual: 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. A new part with the same part number must be installed if installation becomes necessary. If substitution is necessary, the part must be of the same finish and property class. Torque values must be used as specified during reassembly to make sure of correct retention of these parts.

1. Remove the rear wheel knuckle (5A968/5A969). For additional information, refer to Wheel Knuckle-Cobra in this section.

2. Remove the bolts and the dust shield. Discard the bolts.

Wheel Hub - Cobra

3. Position the knuckle in a vise.

4. NOTE: There are two methods for removing the rear hub (1109) from the rear wheel bearing (1A049). Both methods are shown.

Method one. Using the special tools, remove the hub.

Wheel Hub - Cobra

5. Method two. Using the special tools, remove the hub.

Wheel Hub - Cobra

6. Remove the snap ring.

Wheel Hub - Cobra

7. Press the wheel bearing from the knuckle.

1. Position the knuckle on the press bed supported by the special tool.

2. Using the appropriate step plate adapter, press the bearing from the knuckle.

Wheel Hub - Cobra

    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) ...

    Installation
    1. Install the bearing. 1. Position the knuckle on the press. 2. Using the appropriate step plate adapter, press the bearing into the knuckle until the bearing clears the snap ring groove and b ...

    Other materials:

    Coupling
    Removal and Installation 1. CAUTION: Do not allow the steering column shaft to rotate while intermediate shaft is disconnected or damage to the clockspring can result. If there is evidence that the steering column shaft has rotated the clockspring must be re ...

    Gearshift Rail and Fork
    Disassembly and Assembly 1. Using a 5/32-inch drift and a hammer, remove and discard the split pin. Slide the shift fork from the shift rail. 2. Remove the gearshift fork inserts. 3. CAUTION: Support the shift rail to prevent damage to the parts. Positio ...

    NVH Condition and Symptom Categories
    A good diagnostic process is a logical sequence of steps that lead to the identification of a causal system. Use the condition and symptom categories as follows: Identify the operating condition that the vehicle is exhibiting. Match the operating condition ...