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HOMESERVICE MANUALSFORD2004MUSTANG BASE, 2D COUPE, 3.9 6, AUTOMATICREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 1568 (FRONT DRIVE AXLE/DIFFERENTIAL -- F-150 & MARK LT)DISASSEMBLY AND ASSEMBLYAXLENOTES
2004 Ford Mustang Base, 2D Coupe, 3.9 6, Automatic
Disassembly And Assembly: Axle: Notes
2004 Ford Mustang Base, 2D Coupe, 3.9 6, AutomaticSECTION Notes
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Special Tools
| Illustration | Tool Name | Tool Number |
|---|---|---|
| Adapter for 205-S127 | 205-105 (T76P-4020-A3) | |
| Adapter for 205-S127 | 205-109 (T76P-4020-A9) | |
| Adapter for 205-S127 | 205-110 (T76P-4020-A10) | |
| Adapter for 205-S127 | 205-111 (T76P-4020-A11) | |
| Adapter for 205-S127 | 205-129 (T79P-4020-A18) | |
| Adapter for Differential Housing Spreader | 205-368 (T96T-4000-A) | |
| Dial Indicator Gauge Brackets | 100-D004 (D78P-4201-F) or equivalent | |
| Dial Indicator Gauge with Holding Fixture | 100-002 (TOOL-4201-C) | |
| Gauge, Clutch Housing | 308-021 (T75L-4201-A) | |
| Gauge Tube, Drive Pinion | 205-336 (T93P-4020-A) | |
| Holding Fixture, Drive Pinion Flange | 205-126 (T78P-4851-A) | |
| Holding Fixture, Transmission | 307-003 (T57L-500-B) | |
| Installer, Differential Carrier Bearings | 205-D044 (D81T-4221-A) or equivalent | |
| Installer, Differential Side Bearing | 205-010 (T57L-4221-A2) | |
| Installer, Drive Pinion Bearing Cone | 205-005 (T53T-4621-C) | |
| Installer, Drive Pinion Bearing Cup | 205-024 (T67P-4616-A) | |
| Installer, Drive Pinion Flange | 205-002 (TOOL-4858-E) | |
| Installer, Drive Pinion Oil Seal | 205-133 (T79P-4676-A) | |
| Protector, Drive Pinion Thread | 205-460 | |
| Puller, Bearing | 205-D064 (D84L1122-A) | |
| Remover, Bearing Cup | 308-047 (T77F-1102-A) | |
| Slide Hammer | 100-001 (T50T-100-A) | |
| Spreader, Differential Carrier | 205-001 (TOOL-4000-E) or equivalent | |
| Spreader, Differential Housing (Plate) | 205-335 (T93P-4000-A) (RH) | |
| Step Plate | 205-D061 (D83T-4205-C2) | |
| 2-Jaw Puller | 205-D072 (D97L-4221-A) or equivalent |
Material
| Item | Specification |
|---|---|
| Motorcraft High Contrast Hypoid Gear Marking Compound XG-14 |
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| Motorcraft SAE 80W-90 Premium Rear Axle Lubricant XY-80W90-QL (US); CXY-80W90-1L (Canada) |
WSP-M2C197-A |
| Premium Long-Life Grease XG-1-C or XG-1-K (US); CXG-1-C (Canada) |
ESA-M1C75-B |
| Silicone Gasket and Sealant TA-30 |
WSE-M4G323-A4 |
| Item | Part Number | Description |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 3C202 | Differential carrier assembly |
| 2 | 4338 | Axle housing vent |
| 3 | 4B422 | Circlips |
| 4 | 3N136 | Differential housing cover |
| 5 | 390919 | Differential housing cover bolt (10 required) |
| 6 | 3A380 | Intermediate shaft |
| 7 | 3B210 | Axle housing tube |
| 8 | 4B413 | Axle shaft bearing assembly (outer) |
| 9 | 4B416 | Axle shaft dust seal |
| 10 | 5638 | Front axle support isolators (3 required) |
| 11 | N808703 | Axle housing tube bolt (4 required) |
| 12 | 4121 | Axle identification tag |
| 13 | 373098 | Fill plug |
| 14 | 4369 | O-ring |
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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.