Ford Mustang (1999-2004) Service Manual: Countershaft Bearing
Special Tool(s)
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Remover, Drive Pinion Bearing Cone 205-D002 (D79L-4621-A) or equivalent |
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Installer, Drive Pinion Bearing Cone 205-011 (T57L-4621-B) |
Disassembly and Assembly
1. Cut the outer cage, then remove the outer cage and rollers.

2. Using the special tool and a press, remove the inner bearing.

3. Using the special tools, install the new countershaft bearing.

Assembly
1. Carry out the following before reassembling:
Inspect the gears for broken or cracked teeth. Check for unusual wear
patterns.
Inspect the thrust washers for face wear, cracks, scoring and for s ...
Synchronizers
Disassembly and Assembly
NOTE: This procedure applies to all synchronizer assemblies.
1. Scribe an alignment mark on the sliding sleeve and the hub for assembly
reference.
2. Remove the sliding sleev ...
Other materials:
Checking MyKey system status
You can find information about your programmed MyKeys by using the
information display.
MYKEY DISTANCE
Tracks the distance when drivers use a MyKey. The only way to delete
the accumulated distance is by using an admin key to clear your MyKey.
If the distance ...
Connecting Rod - Bushing Diameter
1. Measure the inner diameter of the connecting rod bushing, if equipped.
Verify the diameter is
within specification.
Refer to the appropriate section in Group for the procedure.
If out of specification, install new components as necessary. Refer
...
Valve Tappets
Material
Removal
CAUTION: If removing more than one valve tappet, mark the
components removed for
correct location.
1. Remove the lower intake manifold. For additional information, refer to
Lower Intake Manifold in
this section.
2. Remove the push r ...


