Ford Mustang (1999-2004) Service Manual: Assembly
1. NOTE: Universal joint kits are to be installed as complete assemblies only. Do not mix components from other U-joint kits.
Install the spider.
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. Position the driveshaft in the U-joint tool.
4. Press the bearing cup to just below the snap ring groove.
- Repeat for the other bearing cup.
2. Inspect the driveshaft flange yoke. Install new if necessary.
3. Install the driveshaft flange yoke.
1. Start a new bearing cup into the driveshaft flange yoke.
- Check the needle bearings for correct positioning.
2. Position the driveshaft flange yoke.
3. Position the driveshaft in the U-joint tool.
4. Press the bearing cup to just below the snap ring groove.
- Repeat for the other bearing cup.
4. 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 U-joint tool, and install the four snap rings.
5. 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.
6. 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 ...
Rear Drive Axle/Differential - Ford 7.5-Inch Ring Gear
General Specifications
a: In-vehicle repair refill capacities are determined by filling the rear axle
with the specified lubricant to
6.4-14.3-mm (1/4-9/16-in) below the bottom of the fill hole.
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Other materials:
Thermostat - 3.8L
Material
Item
Specification
Gasket Adhesive
TA-6 or equivalent
WSS-M2G408-
A
Motorcraft Premium Gold
Engine Coolant
VC-7-A (in Oregon VC-7-B)
(yellow color)
WSS-M97B51-
A1
Removal and Installation
1. Drain the engine cool ...
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 ...
Engine oil check
Note: Check the level before starting the engine.
Note: Make sure that the level is between the MIN and MAX marks.
1. Make sure that your vehicle is on level ground.
2. Turn the engine off and wait 10 minutes for the oil to drain into the
oil pan.
3. Remove ...
