Ford Mustang (1999-2004) Service Manual: Final assembly

23. Install the differential assembly in the differential housing. For additional information, refer to Differential Case in this section.

24. CAUTION: Align the index marks.

CAUTION: Install the driveshaft with new bolts. If new bolts are not available, apply Threadlock and Sealer EOAZ-19554-AA or equivalent meeting Ford specification WSKM2G351- A5 to the threads of the original bolts.

CAUTION: The driveshaft centering socket yoke fits tightly on the pinion flange pilot. To make sure that the yoke seats squarely on the flange, tighten the bolts evenly in a cross pattern as shown.

Connect the driveshaft.

Setting pinion depth

25. Lower the vehicle.

    Installation
    Using special tool 205-024 NOTE: This is the preferred method for installing the pinion bearing cups. If necessary, proceed to Using special tools 205-153, 205-024, 205-231, and 205-D055 in this proc ...

    Differential Case
    Special Tool(s) 2-Jaw Puller 205-D072 (D97L-4221-A) or equivalent Dial Indicator Gauge with Holding Fixture 100-002 (TOOL-4201-C) or equivalent Gauge, Clutch Hou ...

    Other materials:

    Scheduled Maintenance
    GENERAL MAINTENANCE INFORMATION Why Maintain Your Vehicle? Carefully following the maintenance schedule helps protect against major repair expenses resulting from neglect or inadequate maintenance and may help to increase the value of your vehicle when you sel ...

    Input Shaft and Bearing
    Special Tool(s) Plate, Bearing/Oil Seal 205-090 (T75L-1165-B) Puller, Bearing 205-D064 (D84L-1123-A) Installer, Drive Pinion Bearing Cone 205-004 (T53T-4621-B) Adapter Set, Step Plate 205-DS011 (D80L-630 ...

    Intake Air Distribution and Filtering
    Torque Specifications a - Refer to the procedure Intake Air Distribution and Filtering (DESCRIPTION AND OPERATION) The air intake system consists of the: air intake scoop (Mach I) air cleaner (ACL). air cleaner (ACL) element. mass air flow (MAF) s ...