Ford Mustang (1999-2004) Service Manual: Transmission Case
Special Tool(s)
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Handle 205-D055 (D81L-4000-A) |
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Installer, Bearing Cup 204-039 (T77F-1217-B) |
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Installer, Drive Pinion Bearing Cup 205-054 (T71P-4616-A) |
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Installer, Rear Axle Oil Seal 205-155 (T80T-4000-Y) |
Disassembly and Assembly
1. Remove the bolts and the guide plate.
- Inspect the plate for wear or damage. Install a new plate as necessary.
2. Remove the case magnets.
3. Remove the reverse lamp switch.
4. Using the special tools, remove the countershaft bearing cup.
5. Using a brass drift, remove mainshaft bearing cup.
6. Inspect the countershaft and mainshaft bearing cups for wear or damage. Install new components as necessary.
7. WARNING: Make sure protective eye wear is in place.
Clean the case with solvent and dry with compressed air. Clean and check the sealing surface for nicks or scratches. Inspect the case for cracks.
- If the case is cracked, install a new case. If the sealing surface has nicks or scratches, use a soft stone or crocus cloth to remove.
8. NOTE: If a new countershaft bearing is being installed, install a new bearing cup. Always install new bearings and cups in a set.
Using the special tools, install the countershaft bearing cup.
9. NOTE: If a new mainshaft bearing is being installed, install a new bearing cup. Always install new bearings and cups in a set.
Using the special tools, install the mainshaft bearing cup.
10. To assemble, reverse the disassembly procedure.
Extension Housing
Special Tool(s)
Installer, Bearing Cup
204-039 (T77F-1217-B)
Adapter for 303-224 (Handle)
205-153 (T80T-4000-W)
Disassembly and Assembly
1. Remove the bolt and ...
Transmission (Assembly)
Special Tool(s)
Dial Indicator Gauge with
Holding Fixture
100-002 (TOOL-4201-C) or
equivalent
Holding Fixture, Transmission
307-003 (T57L-500-B)
Remover/Inst ...
Other materials:
Engine coolant check
Checking the Engine Coolant
The concentration and level of engine coolant should be checked at the
intervals listed in Scheduled Maintenance Information.
Note: Make sure that the level is at the FULL COLD level or within the
COLD FILL RANGE in the coolant res ...
Installation
1. CAUTION: Lubricate the filler pipe check valve area and the
tank-to-filler pipe
grommet with Serfactant prior to assembly or damage to the filler pipe check
valve will
occur.
NOTE: A new grommet must be used for the installation procedure due to
its dest ...
Normal Schedule
The following checks or procedures should be carried out for all cars,
minivans, light trucks, sport
utilities, vans, 4x4s, natural gas and propane vehicles.
8,000 Km (5,000 Miles)
Change engine oil and install a new oil filter.
Rotate tires and inspect fo ...