Ford 2003 Mustang Workshop Manual page 414

SECTION 205-02B: Rear Drive Axle/Differential — Ford 8.8-Inch Ring
Gear
DISASSEMBLY AND ASSEMBLY
Differential Case and Ring Gear —Conventional
Special Tool(s)
2-Jaw Puller
205-D072 (D97L-4221-A) or
equivalent
Installer, Differential Side
Bearing
205-010 (T57L-4221-A2)
Step Plate
205-D061 (D83T-4205-C2) or
equivalent
Disassembly
1. Remove the differential assembly from the differential housing. For additional information, refer
to Differential Case
2. Remove the bolts.
3. CAUTION: Do not damage the threads in the bolt holes.
Insert a punch in the bolt holes and drive off the ring gear.
in this section.
2003 Mustang Workshop
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