Ford 2003 Mustang Workshop Manual page 311

SECTION 205-02A: Rear Drive Axle/Differential — Ford 7.5-Inch Ring
Gear
IN-VEHICLE REPAIR
Axle Shaft
Removal
1. Raise and support the vehicle. For additional information, refer to
2. Remove the wheel and tire assembly. For additional information, refer to
3. Remove the rear brake disc (2C026). For additional information, refer to
4. Remove the differential housing cover (4033) and drain the lubricant. For additional information,
refer to Differential Housing Cover
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
in this section.
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