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HOMESERVICE MANUALSFORD1996MUSTANG COBRA, 2D CONVERTIBLE, STANDARDREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISDRIVELINES & AXLESDIFFERENTIALS & DRIVE AXLESDIFFERENTIALS & AXLE SHAFTSAXLE ASSEMBLY SPECIFICATIONS
1996 Ford Mustang Cobra, 2D Convertible, Standard
Axle Assembly Specifications
1996 Ford Mustang Cobra, 2D Convertible, StandardSECTION Axle Assembly Specifications
AXLE ASSEMBLY SPECIFICATIONS
| Application | Specification | |
|---|---|---|
| Companion Flange Runout | .010" (.25 mm) | |
| Differential Case Runout | .003" (.08 mm) | |
| Differential Side Gear Thrust Washer Thickness | .030-.032" (.76-.81 mm) | |
| Maximum Ring Gear Backlash Variation Between Teeth | .004" (.10 mm) | |
| Nominal Pinion Shim Thickness | .030" (.76 mm) | |
| Pinion Bearing Preload (With Oil Seal) | ||
| New Bearings | 16-29 INCH lbs. (1.8-3.2 N.m) | |
| Original Bearings | 8-14 INCH lbs. (.9-1.6 N.m) | |
| Pinion Gear Thrust Washer Thickness | .030-.032" (.76-.81 mm) | |
| Ring Gear Backlash | .008-.015" (.20-.38 mm) | |
| Ring Gear Runout (Maximum) | .004" (.10 mm) | |
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.