2003 FORD MUSTANG Workshop Manual

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FORD MUSTANG 2003  Workshop Manual 3. Position the differential side gear and thrust washer assemblies in the differential case. 
4. Engage the differential pinion gears with the differential side gears and rotate the pinion gears 
to

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FORD MUSTANG 2003  Workshop Manual 7. Using the special tool, install the new differential bearings, if removed. 
8. Position the ring gear and the differential case. Align the bolt holes by starting two bolts through 
the holes in the

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FORD MUSTANG 2003  Workshop Manual DISASSEMBLY AND ASSEMBLY 
Differential Case and Ring Gear —
Traction-Lok® 
Disassembly  1. Remove the differential assembly from the differential housing. For additional information, refer  to Diff

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FORD MUSTANG 2003  Workshop Manual 3.
 CAUTION: Do not damage the threads in the bolt holes. 
Insert a punch in the bolt holes, and drive off the ring gear. 
4. Using the special tools, remove the differential bearings (4221), if neces

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FORD MUSTANG 2003  Workshop Manual clutch spring (4214). Failure to follow these instructions may result in personal injury. 
Remove the differential clutch spring. 
7. Remove the differential gears.  1. Remove the two differential pin

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FORD MUSTANG 2003  Workshop Manual 9.
 CAUTION: Do not use acids or solvents when cleaning the differential clutch pack. 
Wipe components only with a clean, lint- free cloth. 
Clean and inspect the differential clutch packs for wear an

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FORD MUSTANG 2003  Workshop Manual 3. Place the base portion of the special tool in a vise. Install the differential differential side gear 
and differential clutch pack (without the shim) on the tool. 
4. Position the special tool han