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12. Disconnect the lower suspension arm and bushings from the axle.
13. Remove the axle from the vehicle.
14.
CAUTION: Align the index marks on the driveshaft centering socket yoke and the
pinion flange.
CAUTION: Install the driveshaft with new bolts. If new bolts are not available, apply
Threadlock and Sealer EOAZ-19554- AA or equivalent meeting Ford specification WSK-
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, tighten the bolts evenly in
a cross pattern as shown.
CAUTION: Raise the suspension to the reference marks on the rear shock
absorbers before tightening the suspension fasteners.
NOTE: Apply High Temperature Nickel Anti- Sieze Lubricant F6AZ-9L494-AA meeting Ford
specification ESE-M124A- A to the rear anti-lock brake sensor body where it will make contact
when installed.
To install, reverse the removal procedure.
zRefer to Section 204 - 02 for rear suspension fastener tightening specifications.
z Refer to Section 204 - 04 for wheel nut tightening specification.
z Check and, if necessary, fill the axle with the specified lubricant to the specified level. For
additional information, refer to Specifications in this section. Klj . 4 ba
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4 4222 Differential bearing cup
5 4067 Differential bearing shim
6 4216 Rear axle differential gear case bolt
7 4204 Differential case
8 — Ring gear (part of 4209 gearset)
9 — Bearing cap (part of 4010)
10 4010 Rear axle housing
11 373098-
S Filler plug
12 4662 Collapsible spacer
13 4670 Rear axle drive pinion shaft oil slinger
14 4676 Rear axle drive pinion seal
15 4851 Pinion flange
16 389546-S100 Pinion nut
17 4621 Differential pinion bearing
18 2C026 Rear brake disc
19 — Axle shaft flange (part of 4234)
20 2C189 Rear brake anti-
lock sensor indicator 21 2552 Rear disc brake caliper
22 N601951-S2 Bolt
23 N804361-S100 Clip
24 — Bolt (part of 4010)
25 2C190 Rear brake anti-
lock sensor 26 2C101 Left hand rear disc brake adapter
27 2C100 Right hand rear disc brake adapter
28 N8015163-S190 Caliper anchor bolt
29 2C028 Rear wheel brake disc shield
30 N602726-S2 Bolt (3 req'd)
31 4616 Differential drive pinion bearing cup
32 4628 Rear axle pinion bearing cup
33 4630 Differential pinion bearing
34 — Drive pinion gear (part of 4209 gearset)
35 4663 Drive pinion bearing adjustment shim
36 — Bolt (part of 4010)
37 4241 Differential pinion shaft lock bolt
38 4211 Differential pinion shaft
39 4N237 U-
washer 40 383548 Bolt
41 — Rear axle identification tag (part of 4001)
42 4033 Differential housing cover
43 4230 Differential pinion thrust washer
44 4215 Differential pinion gear Klj . 2 ba
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IN-
VEHICLE REPAIR
Axle Shaft
Removal 1. Raise and support the vehicle. For additional information, refer to Section 100 - 02 .
2. Remove the wheel and tire assembly. For additional information, refer to Section 204 - 04 .
3. Remove the rear brake disc (2C026). For additional information, refer to Section 206 - 04 .
4. Remove the differential housing cover (4033) and drain the lubricant. For additional information, refer to Differential Housing Cover in this section.
5. Remove the differential pinion shaft (4211). 1. Remove the differential pinion shaft lock bolt (4241).
2. Remove the differential pinion shaft.
6. CAUTION: Do not damage the rubber O- ring in the axle shaft groove.
Remove the U- washer (4N237).
1. Push the axle shafts (4234) inboard.
2. Remove the U- washer.
7. CAUTION: Damage to the rear brake anti- lock sensor (2C190) may occur if it is not
removed before the axle shaft.
Carefully remove the rear brake anti- lock sensor. For additional information, refer to Section SECTION 205-
02B: Rear Drive Axle/Differential — Ford 8.8-Inch Ring
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1. Position the two U-
washers on the button end of the axle shaft.
2. Pull the axle shaft outward.
4. NOTE: If a new pinion shaft lock bolt is unavailable, coat the threads with Threadlock and
Sealer EOAZ- 19554-AA or equivalent meeting Ford specification WSK-M2G351- A5 prior to
installation.
Install the differential pinion shaft. 1. Align the hole in the differential pinion shaft with the case lock bolt hole.
2. Install a new differential pinion shaft lock bolt.
5. Install the differential housing cover and fill the rear axle with the specified lubrication. For additional information, refer to Differential Housing Cover in this section.
6. Install the rear brake anti- lock sensor. For additional information, refer to Section 206 - 09A .
7. Install the rear brakes. For additional information, refer to Section 206 - 04 .
8. Install the tire and wheel assembly. For additional information, refer to Section 204 - 04 .
9. Lower the vehicle. Klj . 3 ba
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REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION
Axle Housing
Removal and Installation
1. CAUTION: The vehicle must be on level ground and at curb height.
Mark the rear shock absorbers relative to their protective sleeve. zDuring installation, raise the suspension to this reference mark before tightening the
suspension fasteners.
2. Raise and support the vehicle. For additional information, refer to Section 100 - 02 .
3. Remove the rear wheel and tire assemblies. For additional information, refer to Section 204 - 04 .
4. NOTE: If necessary, use Rust Penetrant and Inhibitor F2AZ-19A501- A meeting Ford
specification ESR-M99C56- A to loosen the sensor for removal.
Remove the rear anti- lock brake sensors from the rear disc brake adapters. For additional
information, refer to Section 206 - 09A .
5. Disconnect the parking brake cables and conduits from the rear disc brake calipers. For additional information, refer to Section 206 - 05 .
SECTION 205-
02B: Rear Drive Axle/Differential — Ford 8.8-Inch Ring
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17. Remove the axle from the vehicle.
18.
CAUTION: Align the index marks on the driveshaft centering socket yoke and the
pinion flange.
CAUTION: Install the driveshaft with new bolts. If new bolts are not available, apply
Threadlock and Sealer EOAZ-19554- AA or equivalent meeting Ford specification WSK-
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, tighten the bolts evenly in
a cross pattern as shown.
CAUTION: Raise the suspension to the reference marks on the rear shock
absorbers before tightening the suspension fasteners.
NOTE: Apply High Temperature Nickel Anti- Sieze Lubricant F6AZ-9L494-AA meeting Ford
specification ESE-M124A- A to the rear anti-lock brake sensor body where it will make contact
when installed.
Follow the removal procedure in reverse order.
zRefer to Section 204 - 02 for rear suspension fastener tightening specifications.
z Refer to Section 204 - 04 for wheel nut tightening specification. Klj . 5 ba
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Disconnect the parking brake cable and conduit from the parking brake lever and the caliper.
For additional information, refer to
Section 206 - 05 .
8. Separate the parking brake cable and conduit from the knuckle.
9. Remove the rear brake disc. For additional information, refer to Section 206 - 04 .
z Remove the rear brake caliper and support bracket from the knuckle as an assembly.
Wire the caliper and support bracket assembly out of the way.
10. Remove the rear brake anti- lock sensor and position it aside.
11. Support the lower suspension arm and bushing with a jack stand.
12. Remove and discard the nut and bolt.
13. Remove and discard the cotter pin and nut. Klj . 3 ba
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18. Align the marks on the cam bolt and the upper suspension arm and bushing, and tighten the
nut.
19. Repeat the two previous steps for the other knuckle.
20. Lower the suspension and remove the jack stands.
21. Apply Anti- Seize Lubricant to the rear brake anti- lock sensors where they contact the axle
housing and install the anti- lock sensors.
z Use High Temperature Nickel Anti- Seize Lubricant F6AZ-9L494-AA or equivalent
meeting Ford specification ESE- M12A4-A.
22. Install the brake disc, and the rear disc brake caliper and support bracket assembly. For additional information, refer to Section 206 - 04 .
23. Position the parking brake cable and conduit. Klj . 12 ba
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SPECIFICATIONS
SECTION 205-
05: Rear Drive Halfshafts 2003 Mustang Workshop Manual General Specifications
Item Specification
Halfshaft assembled length 817.6 mm (32.19 in)
Torque Specifications Description Nm lb-
ft Tie-
rod end to knuckle 47 35
Shock absorber to suspension lower arm 133 98
Suspension upper arm and bushing to knuckle 90 66
Rear brake anti-
lock sensor bolt 7 5
Rear axle wheel hub retainer 325 240 Klj . 1 ba
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Halfshaft Handling
CAUTION: Never pick up or hold the halfshaft by the outboard joint.
Handle all halfshaft components carefully during removal and installation.
zDo not over- angle the CV joints.
z Damage will occur to an assembled inboard CV joint if it is over- plunged outward from the joint
housing.
z Never use a hammer to remove or install the halfshafts.
z Never use the halfshaft assembly as a lever to position other components. Always support the
free end of the halfshaft.
z Do not allow the boots to contact sharp edges or hot exhaust components. Item Part Number Description
1 4B422 Driveshaft bearing retainer circlip
2 2C189 Rear brake anti-
lock sensor indicator 3 — Retaining ring (part of 4B402)
4 4B478 Boot clamp (large inboard)
5 — Rear axle shaft inner boot (part of 4B402)
6 4B478 Boot clamp (small inboard)
7 4B478 Boot clamp (small outboard)
8 — Rear axle shaft outer boot (part of 4B402)
9 4B478 Boot clamp (large outboard)
10 2217 Dust seal assembly
11 4B402 Halfshaft assembly Klj . 2 ba
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