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5. Remove the reverse idler gear.
6.
NOTE: If the countershaft extension bearing was installed new, install a new bearing cup.
Remove the reverse idler gear needle bearing and countershaft extension bearing cup. zInspect the needle bearing for wear or damage. Install a new bearing as necessary.
z Inspect the bearing cup for wear or damage. Install a new bearing and bearing cup as
necessary.
7. Remove the reverse idler gear thrust washer and the reverse idler gear shaft.
8. Remove the countershaft extension bearing shim and the fluid funnel. Klj . 4 ba
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9. Remove the snap ring.
10. NOTE: If the mainshaft bearing was install new, install a new bearing cup.
Position the extension housing with the seal facing upward. Using a brass drift, remove the
mainshaft bearing cup.
11. Remove and discard the extension housing seal. Klj . 5 ba
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12.
WARNING: Make sure protective eye wear is in place.
Clean the housing with solvent and dry with compressed air. Clean and check the sealing
surface for nicks or scratches. Inspect the housing for cracks. zIf the housing is cracked, install a new housing. If the sealing surface has nicks or
scratches, use a soft stone or crocus cloth to remove.
13. Using the special tools, install the mainshaft bearing cup.
14. Using a suitable driver, install the extension housing seal. zInstall the seal with the drain hole at the six o'clock position.
15. To assemble, reverse the disassembly procedure. Klj . 6 ba
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DISASSEMBLY AND ASSEMBLY OF SUBASSEMBLIES
Transmission Case
Disassembly and Assembly
1. Remove the bolts and the guide plate. zInspect the plate for wear or damage. Install a new plate as necessary. 2. Remove the case magnets. SECTION 308-
03C: Manual Transaxle/Transmission — T56 2003 Mustang Workshop Manual Special Tool(s)
Handle
205-
D055 (D81L-4000- A) Installer, Bearing Cup
204-
039 (T77F-1217- B) Installer, Drive Pinion Bearing
Cup
205-
054 (T71P-4616- A) Installer, Rear Axle Oil Seal
205-
155 (T80T-4000- Y) Klj . 1 ba
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3. Remove the reverse lamp switch.
4. Using the special tools, remove the countershaft bearing cup.
5. Using a brass drift, remove mainshaft bearing cup.
6. Inspect the countershaft and mainshaft bearing cups for wear or damage. Install new
components as necessary. Klj . 2 ba
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7.
WARNING: Make sure protective eye wear is in place.
Clean the case with solvent and dry with compressed air. Clean and check the sealing surface
for nicks or scratches. Inspect the case for cracks. zIf the case is cracked, install a new case. If the sealing surface has nicks or scratches,
use a soft stone or crocus cloth to remove.
8. NOTE: If a new countershaft bearing is being installed, install a new bearing cup. Always install
new bearings and cups in a set.
Using the special tools, install the countershaft bearing cup.
9. NOTE: If a new mainshaft bearing is being installed, install a new bearing cup. Always install
new bearings and cups in a set.
Using the special tools, install the mainshaft bearing cup.
10. To assemble, reverse the disassembly procedure. Klj . 3 ba
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Klj . 4 ba
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ASSEMBLY
Transmission
SECTION 308-
03C: Manual Transaxle/Transmission — T56 2003 Mustang Workshop Manual Special Tool(s)
Dial Indicator Gauge with
Holding Fixture
100-
002 (TOOL- 4201-C) or
equivalent Holding Fixture, Transmission
307-
003 (T57L- 500-B) Remover/Installer, Bearing
Tube
308-
025 (T75L-7025- C) Installer, Bearing Cup
204-
039 (T77F-1217- B) Adapter for 303-
224 (Handle)
205- 153 (T80T-4000- W) Installer, Axle Shaft Oil Seal
205-
123 (T78P-1177- A)
Material Item Specification
DEXRON III® (
ATF)
Transmission Fluid
XT -2-QDX or equivalent DEXRON III®
Premium Long Life Grease ESA-
M1C75- B Klj . 1 ba
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1. Lubricate all components with transmission fluid during assembly.
2. Attach the transmission adapter plate to the special tool.
3.
NOTE: If a new front input shaft bearing or front countershaft bearing was installed, install new
bearing cups.
Install the input shaft bearing cup and the countershaft bearing cup. Do not install the shims at
this time.
4. Install the input shaft.
5. Install the mainshaft onto the input shaft. XG
-1-C, K or T Threadlock and Sealer
E0AZ-
19554- AA WSK-
M2G351- A5
(type II) Black Non-
Acid Cure
Silicone Rubber
E7TZ- 19562- A ESL-
M4G273- A Klj . 2 ba
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6. Install the countershaft.
zLift the mainshaft upward, tilt the countershaft and install.
7. Install the transmission case and tighten the bolts. Klj . 3 ba
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