Ford Mustang (1999-2004) Service Manual: Installation
1. Install the bearing.
1. Position the knuckle on the press.
2. Using the appropriate step plate adapter, press the bearing into the knuckle until the bearing clears the snap ring groove and bottoms out in the bore.
2. Install the snap ring.
3. CAUTION: The bearing inner race must be supported during hub installation.
Failure to follow these instructions can damage the bearing.
Install the hub.
1. Position the knuckle in a press, making sure the wheel bearing inner race is supported with the appropriate step plate adapter.
2. Using the special tool, install the hub.
4. Install the dust shield and new bolts.
5. Inspect the bearing dust seal. If necessary, install a new dust seal.
6. Using a hammer and chisel, remove the dust seal.
7. Using the special tools, install the dust seal.
8. Install the knuckle. For additional information, refer to Wheel Knuckle-Cobra in this section.
Removal
CAUTION: Suspension fasteners are critical parts because they affect
performance of vital
components and systems and their failure can result in major service expense. A
new part with
the same part ...
Wheel Studs
Special Tool(s)
C-Frame and Clamp Assembly
211-023 (T74P-3044-A1)
Removal
CAUTION: Suspension fasteners are critical parts because they affect
performance of vital
components and syst ...
Other materials:
Disassembly
1. Remove the driveshaft (4602). For additional information, refer to
Driveshaft in this section.
2. CAUTION: Under no circumstances is the driveshaft assembly to be
clamped in the
jaws of a vise or similar holding fixture. Denting or localizing fracture ca ...
Cleaning the interior
WARNING: Do not use cleaning solvents, bleach or dye on the
vehicle’s safety belts, as these actions may weaken the belt
webbing.
WARNING: On vehicles equipped with seat-mounted airbags, do
not use chemical solvents or strong detergents. Such products
could ...
Transmission Electronic Control System
The powertrain control module (PCM) and its input/output network
control the following transmission
operations:
Shift timing
Line pressure (shift feel)
Torque converter clutch
The transmission control is separate from the engine control s ...
