Ford Mustang (1999-2004) Service Manual: 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 number must be installed if installation becomes necessary. If substitution is necessary, the part must be of the same finish and property class. Torque values must be used as specified during reassembly to make sure of correct retention of these parts.

1. Remove the rear wheel knuckle (5A968/5A969). For additional information, refer to Wheel Knuckle-Cobra in this section.

2. Remove the bolts and the dust shield. Discard the bolts.

Wheel Hub - Cobra

3. Position the knuckle in a vise.

4. NOTE: There are two methods for removing the rear hub (1109) from the rear wheel bearing (1A049). Both methods are shown.

Method one. Using the special tools, remove the hub.

Wheel Hub - Cobra

5. Method two. Using the special tools, remove the hub.

Wheel Hub - Cobra

6. Remove the snap ring.

Wheel Hub - Cobra

7. Press the wheel bearing from the knuckle.

1. Position the knuckle on the press bed supported by the special tool.

2. Using the appropriate step plate adapter, press the bearing from the knuckle.

Wheel Hub - Cobra

    Wheel Hub - Cobra
    Special Tool(s) 2-3 Jaw Puller 205-D026 (D80L-1013-A) or Equivalent Driver 205-199 (T83T-3132-A1) Front Hub Remover Replacer 204-069 (T81P-1104-C) ...

    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 b ...

    Other materials:

    Cable Adjustment
    1. NOTE: Make sure that the range selector lever is tight against the rearward overdrive stop. Place the transmission range selector lever in the overdrive position. 2. Raise and support the vehicle. For additional information, refer to Section. ...

    Component Tests
    Idle Air Control (IAC) Valve 1. Open the hood. 2. NOTE: Key symptom is elevated idle speed while noise is occurring. NOTE: "Snapping" the throttle can induce the noise. Verify the condition by operating the vehicle for a short time. 3. Inspect the IAC valv ...

    Seat Track
    Removal and Installation 1. Remove the front seat. For additional information, refer to Seat-Front Power in this section. 2. Remove the outboard seat trim shield. 3. Disconnect the electrical connector. 4. Remove the seat track bolts. 5. To install, ...