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:
Removal
1. Remove the roller followers. For additional information, refer to Roller
Followers in this section.
2. Remove the LH timing chain for the LH side and both timing chains for the RH
side. For
additional information, refer to Timing Drive Components in this ...
Removal
1. Drain the engine cooling system.
2. Remove the air cleaner outlet tube.
3. Disconnect the fuel line.
4. Disconnect the upper radiator hose from the water outlet connector.
5. Disconnect and remove the upper radiator hose.
6. Disconnect the acce ...
Connecting Rod - Bearing Journal Clearance
Special Tool(s)
Plastigage
303-D031 (D81L-6002-B) or
equivalent
NOTE: The crankshaft connecting rod journals must be within
specifications to check the connecting
rod bearing journal clearance.
1. Remove the connecting rod bearing cap.
2. ...


