Ford Mustang (1999-2004) Service Manual: Rear Wheel Bearing and Axle Shaft Oil Seal

Special Tool(s)

Adapter for 303-224 205-153 (T80T-4000-W)
Installer, Axle Shaft Bearing 205-124 (T78P-1225-A)
Installer, Rear Axle Oil Seal 205-390 (T97T-1177-B)
Remover, Axle Bearing 205-219 (T85L-1225-AH)
Slide Hammer 100-001 (T50T-100-A)

Removal

1. Remove the axle shaft (4234). For additional information, refer to Axle Shaft in this section.

2. NOTE: If the wheel bearing oil seal is leaking, the axle housing vent may be plugged.

Using the special tools, remove the rear wheel bearing and wheel bearing oil seal.

Rear Wheel Bearing and Axle Shaft Oil Seal

Installation

1. Lubricate the new rear wheel bearing with the specified lubricant.

2. Using the special tools, install the new rear wheel bearing.

Rear Wheel Bearing and Axle Shaft Oil Seal

3. Lubricate the lip of the new wheel bearing oil seal.

  • Use Premium Long-Life Grease XG-1-C or equivalent meeting Ford specification ESAM1C75- B.

4. Using the special tools, install the new wheel bearing oil seal.

Rear Wheel Bearing and Axle Shaft Oil Seal

5. Install the axle shaft. For additional information, refer to Axle Shaft in this section.

    Other materials:

    Axle Housing Casting Porosity (Holes in Casting) Repair
    CAUTION: To keep the axle's sound characteristics, do not disassemble the carrier. NOTE: Casting porosity is a condition where occasionally gas bubbles will form during the casting process leaving small pockets in the metal that will cause the axle housing t ...

    Idle Air Control (IAC) Valve - Cobra
    Removal and Installation 1. Disconnect the idle air control (IAC) valve electrical connector. 2. Remove the bolts, the IAC valve and the gasket. 3. NOTE: Install a new gasket if necessary. To install, reverse the removal procedure. ...

    Road Test
    Verify the customer concern by carrying out a road test on a smooth road. If any vibrations are apparent. To maximize tire performance, inspect for signs of incorrect inflation and uneven wear, which may indicate a need for balancing, rotation, or front susp ...