Ford Mustang (1999-2004) Service Manual: Axle

Special Tool(s)

2-Jaw Puller 205-D072 (D97L-4221-A) or equivalent
Adapter for 205-S127 205-105 (T76P-4020-A3)
Bearing Preload Tool 205-395 (T93P-4220-A)
Plate, Bearing/Oil Seal 205-090 (T75L-1165-B)
Gauge, Clutch Housing 308-021 (T75L-4201-A)
Holding Fixture, Drive Pinion Flange 205-126 (T78P-4851-A)
Installer, Drive Pinion Flange 205-002 (TOOL-4858-E) or equivalent
Dial Indicator Gauge 100-D005 (D78P-4201-G) or equivalent
Dial Indicator Gauge with Holding Fixture 100-002 (TOOL-4201-C) or equivalent
Spreader, Differential Carrier 205-001 (TOOL-4000-E) or equivalent
Installer, Differential Side Bearing 205-010 (T57L-4221-A2)
Adapter for 205-S127 205-110 (T76P-4020-A10)
Adapter for 205-S127 205-129 (T79P-4020-A18)
Gauge Tube, Drive Pinion 205-336 (T93P-4020-A)
Adapter for 205-S127 205-111 (T76P-4020-A11)
Spreader, Differential Housing (Plate) 205-335 (T93P-4000-A)
Gauge, Differential Bearing 205-338 (T93P-4222-A)
Installer, Drive Pinion Bearing Cone 205-005 (T53T-4621-C)
Installer, Drive Pinion Bearing Cup 205-024 (T67P-4616-A)
Protector, Drive Pinion Thread 205-460
Installer, Drive Pinion Oil Seal 205-133 (T79P-4676-A)
Gauge, Differential Bearing 205-339 (T93P-4222-B)
Adapter for 205-S127 205-109 (T76P-4020-A9)
Step Plate 205-D061 (D83T-4205-C2) or equivalent
Gauge, Differential Clutch 205-135 (T80P-4946-A)
Gauge, Differential Clutch Torque 205-013 (T59L-4204-A)
Remover, Bearing 205-055 (T71P-4621-B)
Holding Fixture, Transmission 307-003 (T57L-500-B)
Installation
1. Install the bushings, if removed. 2. Using the transmission jack, raise the rear axle assembly into position. 3. Install the bolts and nuts. 4. Install the bolts. 5. CAUTION: Align the index ...

Disassembly
Initial disassembly 1. Remove the differential housing cover (4033) and drain the lubricant into a suitable container. 2. Wipe the lubricant from the internal working parts and inspect the parts for ...

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Principles of Operation
Power Window Control NOTE: Battery power and ground must be removed before disconnecting the GEM connectors to avoid setting false DTCs. The driver power window one-touch down operation is controlled by the generic electronic module (GEM). This featur ...

Removal
1. Remove brake master cylinder filler cap (2162). Check brake fluid level in brake master cylinder reservoir (2K478). Remove fluid until brake master cylinder reservoir is half full. 2. Raise and support the vehicle. 3. Remove the wheel and ...

Leakage Inspection
CAUTION: Do not try to stop the fluid leak by increasing the torque beyond specifications. This may cause damage to the case threads. Check the fluid filler tube connection at the transmission case. If leakage is found here, install a new grommet. Ch ...