Ford Mustang (1999-2004) Service Manual: Differential Case and Ring Gear

Special Tool(s)

2-Jaw Puller 205-D072 (D97L-4221-A) or equivalent
Installer, Differential Side Bearing 205-009 (T57L-4221-A1)
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:

Cleaning
1. Fabricate a cleaning tool from a 1/8 inch diameter brazing rod. 2. Cut an abrasive pad from maroon colored 3M Scotch Brite with the dimensions corresponding to the coupling size. 3. Assemble the pad to the tool. 4. Coat the abrasive pad with PAG Refri ...

Instrument Cluster and Panel Illumination
The instrument cluster and panel illumination system illuminates the following components: instrument cluster (10849) audio unit (18806) A/C-heater control fog lamp switch transmission range indicator traction control switch rear window defrost contro ...

Component Tests
Brake Booster 1. Check the hydraulic brake system for leaks or insufficient fluid. 2. With the transmission (7003) in NEUTRAL, stop the engine (6007) and apply the parking brake control (2780). Apply the brake pedal several times to exhaust all va ...