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:

Oil Pan
Special Tool(s) Compressor, Coil Spring 204-D001 (D78P-5310-A) Support Bar, Engine 303-290-A Lifting Bracket, Engine 303-D087 (D93P-6001-A1) Lifting Bracket, Engine 303-D088 (D93P-6001-A2) Material ...

Symptom Chart
Condition Possible Sources Action Hard Steering or Lack of Assist Seized lower steering column shaft U-joints. Damaged, fractured steering column bearing(s). Power steering pump. Suspension components. ...

Safety Precautions
WARNING: Never run the engine with one wheel off the ground, for example, when changing a tire. The wheel(s) resting on the ground could cause the vehicle to move. WARNING: The tire and wheel must always be correctly matched. It is very important to determ ...