2003 FORD MUSTANG Workshop Manual

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FORD MUSTANG 2003  Workshop Manual 14. Install the outer differential pinion bearing. 
15. Install the rear axle drive pinion shaft oil slinger. 
16. Install the drive pinion assembly (drive pinion, shims, bearing, and the collapsible

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FORD MUSTANG 2003  Workshop Manual 18.
 CAUTION: If the rear axle drive pinion seal becomes misaligned during installation, 
remove it and install a new one. 
Position the rear axle drive pinion seal in the seal bore, and use the speci

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FORD MUSTANG 2003  Workshop Manual 22.
 CAUTION: Do not under any circumstance loosen the nut to reduce preload. If it is 
necessary to reduce preload, install a new collapsible spacer and nut. 
 CAUTION: Remove the special tool while

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FORD MUSTANG 2003  Workshop Manual M2G351-
A5 to the threads of the original bolts. 
 CAUTION: The driveshaft centering socket yoke fits tightly on the pinion flange 
pilot. To make sure that the yoke seats squarely on the flange, tigh

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FORD MUSTANG 2003  Workshop Manual IN-
VEHICLE REPAIR 
Differential Case 
Removal  1. Remove the differential housing cover (4033) and drain the rear axle (4001). For additional  information, refer to  Differential Housing Cover  in th

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FORD MUSTANG 2003  Workshop Manual Remove the axle shafts. For additional information, refer to 
Axle Shaft  in this section. 
3. Wipe the lubricant from the internal working parts and inspect the parts for wear and damage. 
4. Rotate

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FORD MUSTANG 2003  Workshop Manual (4010) to protect the machined surface from damage. 
Using a pry bar and a wood block, remove the differential assembly from the differential 
housing. 
8. Remove the 10 bolts. 
9.  CAUTION: Do not da

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FORD MUSTANG 2003  Workshop Manual 12. Position the special tool. 
1. Rotate the differential case to verify that the differential bearings (4221) have seated correctly. 
2. Position the special tool. 
13. Measure and note the differen