Ford Mustang (1999-2004) Service Manual: Differential Case and Ring Gear
Special Tool(s)
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2-Jaw Puller 205-D072 (D97L-4221-A) or equivalent |
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Installer, Differential Side Bearing 205-009 (T57L-4221-A1) |
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Step Plate 205-D016 (D80L-630-5) or equivalent |
Axle Assembly
Removal and Installation
1. CAUTION: The vehicle must be on level ground and at curb height.
Mark the rear shock absorbers relative to their protective sleeve.
During installation, raise the suspen ...
Disassembly
1. Remove the differential assembly from the differential housing. For
additional information, refer
to Differential Case in this section.
2. Remove the bolts.
3. CAUTION: Do not damage the thread ...
Other materials:
Differential Housing Cover
Removal
1. Raise and support the vehicle.
2. NOTE: Empty the lubricant into a clean container for reuse.
Remove the differential housing cover (4033).
1. Remove the 10 bolts and drain the lubricant from the differential
housing (4010).
2. Remove the d ...
Rocker Arm
Removal
CAUTION: If removing more than one rocker arm (6564), mark the
components removed
for correct location.
1. Remove the valve covers. For additional information, refer to
Valve Cover-LH and Valve Cover
RH in this section.
2. Remove the rocker ...
Ignition Switch Lock Cylinder - Non-Functional
Removal and Installation
1. NOTE: Make sure the front wheels are in the straight-ahead
position.
Disconnect the battery ground cable (14301) and wait at least one minute to
allow the depletion
of the restraint system backup power supply.
2. WARNING: To avo ...



