Ford Mustang (1999-2004) Service Manual: Rear Drive Axle/Differential - Ford 8.8-Inch Ring Gear
General Specifications
Torque Specifications
Description | Nm | lb-ft | lb-in |
Bolt retaining the differential pinion shaft to the differential case | 30 | 22 | - |
Bolt retaining the driveshaft yoke to the pinion flange | 112 | 83 | - |
Bolt retaining the differential housing cover to the differential housing | 44 | 32 | - |
Oil filler plug | 30 | 22 | - |
Pinion bearing preload (used pinion bearings) | 0.9-1.5 | - | 8-14 |
Pinion bearing preload (new pinion bearings) | 1.8-3.3 | - | 16-29 |
Adapter for 205-S127 | 2.2 | - | 20 |
Bolt retaining the bearing cap to the differential case | 105 | 77 | - |
Bolt retaining the ring gear to the differential case | 106 | 77 | - |
- Rear Drive Axle and Differential
- Rear Wheel Bearing and Axle Shaft Oil Seal
- Drive Pinion
- Differential Case
- Axle Housing
- Differential Case and Ring Gear - Conventional
- Differential Case and Ring Gear - Traction-Lok
Assembly
1. Lubricate the differential side gear thrust washers and the differential
side gear journals, and
assemble the washers to the gears.
Use SAE 80W-90 Premium Rear Axle Lubricant XY-80W90-QL or equi ...
Rear Drive Axle and Differential
The axle housing assembly consists of a cast center section with two
steel tube assemblies and
a stamped differential housing cover (4033). The differential housing cover
uses sili ...
Other materials:
Camshaft End Play - OHC Engines
Special Tool(s)
Dial Indicator Gauge with
Holding Fixture
100-002 (TOOL-4201-C) or
equivalent
1. Remove the roller followers. Refer to the appropriate section in Group 303
for the procedure.
2. Use a Dial Indicator Gauge with Holding Fixt ...
Installation
1. Apply silicone gasket and sealant in the locations shown.
2. Install the engine front cover.
3. Install the belt idler pulleys and the bolts.
4. Connect the CMP sensor electrical connector.
5. Raise the vehicle.
6. Install the crankshaft fr ...
Relay Switch
1. Disconnect the battery ground cable. For additional information, refer
to Section.
2. Remove the power distribution box cover.
3. Remove the starter relay from the power distribution box.
Installation
1. To install, reverse the removal procedure. ...