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.
To ...
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 ...
Principles of operation
MyKey allows you to program keys with restricted driving modes to
promote good driving habits. You can use all but one of the keys
programmed to your vehicle with these restricted modes.
Any keys that have not been programmed are referred to as
administrator ...
Refrigerant System Tests
Special Tool(s)
R-134a Manifold Gauge Set
176-R032A or equivalent
1. Connect the R-134a Manifold Gauge Set. For additional information, refer
to Manifold Gauge
Set Connection in this section.
2. Adjust the climate controls for maximum cooling ...
