Ford Mustang (1999-2004) Service Manual: Final disassembly
32. If not done previously, remove the bolts.
33. CAUTION: Do not damage the bolt hole threads.
If not done previously, insert a punch in the bolt holes and drive off the differential ring gear.
34. Using the special tools, remove the differential bearing.
- Repeat for the other side.
35. Remove the bolt and remove the differential pinion shaft (4211).
36. WARNING: The differential clutch spring (4214) is under tension. Remove the spring carefully. Failure to follow these instructions may result in personal injury.
Remove the differential clutch spring.
37. Remove the differential gears.
1. Remove the two differential pinion gears (4215) and pinion thrust washers (4230).
2. Remove the two differential side gears (4236) with the clutch packs (4947) and the shims and tag them "left" and "right."
38. CAUTION: Keep the differential clutch packs in order. Do not mix them. Always reassemble them in the same sequence.
Remove the differential clutch packs and shims from the differential side gears.
- Clean and inspect the remaining differential components for wear and damage. Install new parts as necessary.
39. CAUTION: Do not use acids or solvents when cleaning the differential clutch packs.
Wipe the components only with a clean, lint-free cloth.
Clean and inspect the differential clutch packs for wear and damage. Install new parts as necessary.
Disassembly
Initial disassembly
1. Remove the differential housing cover (4033) and drain the lubricant into
a suitable container.
2. Wipe the lubricant from the internal working parts and inspect the parts for ...
Assembly
Initial assembly
1. Coat the new differential drive pinion bearing cup(s) with lubricant.
Use SAE 75W-140 High Performance Rear Axle Lubricant F1TZ-19580-B or
equivalent
meeting Ford specificatio ...
Other materials:
Removal
1. Use a suitable suction device to lower the brake fluid level in
the master cylinder reservoir.
2. Raise and support the vehicle.
3. Remove the wheel and tire assembly.
4. Inspect the pads for wear or contamination, install new if worn to ...
Switch - Door Lock
Removal
1. CAUTION: Place a rag between the window regulator switch
plate and the door trim
panel to avoid damaging the door trim panel.
Position the window regulator switch plate (14524) aside.
1. Pull at service notch.
2. Lift to release t ...
Accessory Drive (Description and Operation)
Component Locations- 3.8L
Component Locations-4.6L
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