Ford Mustang (1999-2004) Service Manual: Gearshift Rail Bushing
Special Tool(s)
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Universal Puller Set 303-DS005 (D80L-100-A) or equivalent |
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Installer, Shift Rail Bushing 308-244 (T96P-7025-F) |
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Slide Hammer 100-001 (T50T-100-A) |
Disassembly and Assembly
1. Using the special tools, remove the gearshift rail bearing from the transmission case. Discard the bearing.

2. Using the special tool, install the main shift rail bearing.

Synchronizers
Disassembly and Assembly
NOTE: This procedure applies to all synchronizer assemblies.
1. Scribe an alignment mark on the sliding sleeve and the hub for assembly
reference.
2. Remove the sliding sleev ...
Gearshift Rail and Fork
Disassembly and Assembly
1. Using a 5/32-inch drift and a hammer, remove and discard the split pin.
Slide the shift fork from
the shift rail.
2. Remove the gearshift fork inserts.
3. CAUTION: Sup ...
Other materials:
Instrument Panel - Center Finish Panel
Removal and Installation
All vehicles
1. Disconnect the battery ground cable. For additional information,
refer to Section.
Vehicles with automatic transmission
2. Place the selector lever in the 1 position.
Vehicles with manual transmission
3. ...
Hinge Adjustment
NOTE: The door should be adjusted for even and parallel fit with the
body opening and surrounding
panels as well as making sure that the anti-chuck pin is not binding on
convertible models.
1. Remove the A-pillar lower trim panel.
2. Position the ...
Installation
All axles
1. Position the ring gear and the differential case. Align the bolt holes by
starting two bolts through
the holes in the differential case and the ring gear. Press the ring gear on the
differential case.
2. Install the bolts.
Apply Stud and Bea ...



