Ford Mustang (1999-2004) Service Manual: Synchronizers
Disassembly and Assembly
NOTE: This procedure applies to all synchronizer assemblies.
1. Scribe an alignment mark on the sliding sleeve and the hub for assembly reference.
2. Remove the sliding sleeve, then remove the synchronizer struts and the springs.

3. Install the synchronizer struts and the springs.
4. CAUTION: Match the alignment marks made during disassembly. The sleeve and the hub have an extremely close fit. Hold the sleeve and hub square to prevent jamming. Do not force the sleeve onto the hub.
Install the sliding sleeve.
Countershaft Bearing
Special Tool(s)
Remover, Drive Pinion Bearing
Cone
205-D002 (D79L-4621-A) or
equivalent
Installer, Drive Pinion Bearing
Cone
205-011 (T57L-4621-B)
Disassembly and A ...
Gearshift Rail Bushing
Special Tool(s)
Universal Puller Set
303-DS005 (D80L-100-A) or
equivalent
Installer, Shift Rail Bushing
308-244 (T96P-7025-F)
Slide Hammer
100-001 (T50T-100- ...
Other materials:
Cylinder Head
Special Tool(s)
Compressor, Valve Spring
(Exhaust Side)
303-567 (T97P-6565-AH)
Compressor, Valve Spring
(Intake Side)
303-452 (T93P-6565-AR)
Holding Tool, Camshaft
303-446 (T93P-6256-AHR)
Compressor, ...
Removal
1. Remove the upper intake manifold. For additional information, refer to
Intake Manifold-Upper
in this section.
2. Disconnect the fuel line. For additional information, refer to Section.
3. Remove the coolant by-pass tube. For additional information, refer ...
Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) Locator
The vehicle identification number (VIN) is a seventeen-digit alphanumeric
code. The VIN is stamped
on a metal tab riveted to the instrument panel, top upper left of the dash. The
VIN number is also found
on the vehicle certification (VC) label.
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