Ford Mustang (1999-2004) Service Manual: Assembly
1. NOTE: Universal joint service kits are to be installed as complete assemblies only. Do not mix components from other U-joint kits.
Install the bearing cup.
1. Start a new bearing cup into the driveshaft yoke.
- Check the needle bearings for correct positioning.
2. Position the new spider in the driveshaft yoke.
3. Using the special tool, press the bearing cup to just below the snap ring groove.
2. NOTE: Use the yellow snap rings supplied in the kit to assemble the universal joint (U-joint). If difficulty is encountered with the yellow snap rings, install the black snap rings, as required.
Remove the driveshaft from the special tool, and install the snap ring.
3. Repeat Steps 1 and 2 to install the opposite side of the driveshaft yoke.
4. Inspect the driveshaft slip yoke. Install new if necessary.
5. Repeat Steps 1 and 2 to install the remaining new bearing cups, spider, driveshaft slip yoke, and the snap rings.
6. NOTE: Do not strike the bearings.
Check the U-joints for freedom of movement.
- If binding, strike the yoke with a brass or plastic hammer.
7. Install the driveshaft. For additional information, refer to Driveshaft in this section.
Disassembly
1. Remove the driveshaft (4602). For additional information, refer to
Driveshaft in this section.
2. CAUTION: Under no circumstances is the driveshaft assembly to be
clamped in the
jaws of a vise o ...
Universal Joint - Single Cardan, Flange Yoke
Special Tool(s)
Installer/Remover, C Frame
and Screw
205-086 (T74P-4635-C)
...
Other materials:
Inspection and Verification
NOTE: A new instrument cluster must be reconfigured.
NOTE: The instrument panel dimmer switch is a part of the headlamp
switch.
1. Verify the customer concern.
2. Visually inspect for obvious signs of electrical damage.
Visual Inspection Chart
Electric ...
Installation
1. NOTE: If the valve cover is not secured within four minutes, the sealant
must be removed and
the sealing area cleaned with metal surface cleaner. Allow to dry until there is
no sign of
wetness, or four minutes, whichever is longer. Failure to follow this ...
Rear Bumper
Removal and Installation
All vehicles
1. Remove the rear bumper cover. For additional information, refer to Rear
Bumper Cover in this
section.
2. Remove the rear bumper cover isolator.
Vehicles with 4.6L engines
3. Remove the bolts and the exhaust outlet pip ...