Ford Mustang (1999-2004) Service Manual: Universal Joints
The universal joints are:
- lubed-for-life design and require no lubrication.
- equipped with nylon thrust washers, located at each base of the bearing cup, which control end play, position the needle bearing and improve grease movement.
| Item | Part Number | Description |
| 1 | 4635 | Universal joint (U-joint) |
| 2 | - | Grease seal (part of 4635) |
| 3 | - | 32 needle bearings (part of 4635) |
| 4 | - | Thrust washer (part of 4635) |
| 5 | - | Bearing cup (part of 4635) |
| 6 | - | Spider (part of 4635) |
Driveshaft (Description and Operation)
NOTE: All driveshaft assemblies are balanced. If undercoating the
vehicle, protect the driveshaft to
prevent overspray of any undercoating material.
The driveshaft has the following features ...
Driveshaft (Removal and Installation)
Material
Item
Specification
Threadlock and
Sealer
E0AZ-19554-AA
WSK-M2G351-A5 (type
II)
Removal and Installation
1. Raise and support the vehicle.
2. Carry out the following:
...
Other materials:
Jacking
WARNING: Never run the engine with one wheel off the ground, such as
when changing a
tire. The wheel still on the ground could cause the vehicle to move.
CAUTION: The jack (17080) provided with the vehicle is intended to be
used in an
emergency for changing ...
Removal
1. Remove the roller followers. For additional information, refer to Roller
Followers in this section.
2. Remove the LH timing chain for the LH side and both timing chains for the RH
side. For
additional information, refer to Timing Drive Components in this ...
Piston - Pin Diameter
1. Measure the piston pin diameter in two directions at the points shown.
Verify the diameter 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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