2003 FORD MUSTANG lug pattern

Lower the rear end of the driveshaft to clear the rear axle housing. Pull the driveshaft rearward
until the driveshaft slip yoke clears the transmission extension housing.
zPlace a paint index mark on the driveshaft slip yoke and the transmission output shaft.
z Place a commercially available plug in the extension housing to prevent fluid leakage.
5. CAUTION: Install the driveshaft with new bolts. If new bolts are not available, apply
threadlock and sealer to the threads of the original bolts.
CAUTION: Do not allow the slip yoke to bottom on the transmission output shaft.
CAUTION: The driveshaft centering socket yoke fits tightly on the rear axle pinion
flange pilot. To make sure that the yoke seats squarely on the flange, tighten the bolts
evenly in a cross pattern as shown.
NOTE: Clean all foreign material from the yoke areas of the driveshaft.
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2. Remove the four bolts.
6. CAUTION: The driveshaft centering socket yoke fits tightly on the rear axle pinion
flange pilot. Never hammer on the driveshaft or any of its components to disconnect the
yoke from the flange. Pry only in the area shown, with a suitable tool, to disconnect the
yoke from the flange.
Using a suitable tool as shown, disconnect the driveshaft centering socket yoke from the rear
axle pinion flange.
7. CAUTION: Do not allow the slip yoke to bottom on the transmission output shaft.
Lower the rear end of the driveshaft to clear the rear axle housing. Pull the driveshaft rearward
until the driveshaft slip yoke clears the transmission extension housing. zPlace a paint index mark on the driveshaft slip yoke and the transmission output shaft.
z Place a commercially available plug in the extension housing to prevent fluid leakage.
8. CAUTION: Install the driveshaft with new bolts. If new bolts are not available, apply
threadlock and sealer to the threads of the original bolts.
CAUTION: Do not allow the slip yoke to bottom on the transmission output shaft.
CAUTION: The driveshaft centering socket yoke fits tightly on the rear axle pinion
flange pilot. To make sure that the yoke seats squarely on the flange, tighten the bolts
evenly in a cross pattern as shown.
NOTE: Clean all foreign material from the yoke areas of the driveshaft.
To install, reverse the removal procedure. Klj . 2 ba
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DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING
Body System
Inspection and Verification
Leaks
NOTE:
Trim will reveal the location of most leaks.
1. Remove any trim or carpet in the general area of the leak.
2. Road test or water test the vehicle.
3. Inspect for a dust pattern around the area in question. Inspect for water paths near and above the area in question.
4. Some leaks can be located by placing bright light under the vehicle, removing any necessary trim or carpet, and inspecting the interior of the body at joints and weld lines.
Noise
Wind noise, rattles, and their sources are detected by driving the vehicle at highway speeds. The
vehicle should be driven in four different directions with all of the windows closed, the radio off, the
blower motor off, and all of the ventilation ducts open.
Most wind noise leaks will occur at the door and window seals or at the sheet metal joints in the door
or the door opening.
Symptom Chart SECTION 501-
00: Body System — General Information 2003 Mustang Workshop Manual Symptom Chart
Condition
Possible Sources Action
z Dust and
Water Leaks z
Body sealer missing.
z Opening in weldings
or body joints.
z Components not fully
installed.
z Components missing.
z Components
damaged. z
REMOVE trim panel. CHECK
for leaks and SEAL with
appropriate sealer. ROAD
TEST or WATER TEST for
leaks. RECHECK for leaks;
USE light under the vehicle
with trim removed. CHECK
interior of body at joints and
weld lines.
z Dust/Water
Leaks at Floor
Pan and
Grommets z
Missing or damaged
plugs and/or
grommets. z
CHECK plugs for proper
installation. REPLACE if
necessary.
z Door Drain
Holes
Collecting
Water z
Holes clogged with
mud or road tar. z
CLEAN drain holes of dirt and
foreign material. CHECK drain
holes regularly. TEST the
system for normal operation. Klj . 1 ba
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