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:
Connecting Rod - Side Clearance
1. Measure the clearance between the connecting rod and the crankshaft.
Verify the measurement
is within specification.
Refer to the appropriate section in Group for the procedure.
If out of specification, install new components as necessary. Refer
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Fluid Pan, Gasket and Filter
Material
Item
Specification
MERCON V Automatic
Transmission Fluid
XT-5-QM, XT-5-DM
MERCON V
1. Normal maintenance requires periodic automatic transmission fluid changes.
If a major repair,
such as a clutch, band, bearing, etc., is requir ...
Door Speaker - Upper
Removal and Installation
1. Remove the front door trim panels (239420). For additional
information, refer to Section
2. Remove the upper speaker access cover.
3. Remove the upper speaker housing.
1. Remove the screw.
2. Remove the upper spea ...
