Mustang GT V8-4.6L SOHC VIN X (1998)
Axle Shaft: Service and Repair
7.5 Inch Ring Gear
NOTE: Whenever replacing the rear axle lubricant, use SAE 80W-90 Premium Rear Axle Lubricant XY-80W90-QL or -KL or equivalent meeting Ford
specification WSP-M2C197-A.
REMOVAL
1. Raise vehicle and remove rear wheels. Remove rear disc brake caliper and rear disc brake rotor.
2. Clean all dirt from area of axle housing cover with a wire brush and/or cloth.
3. Drain rear axle lubricant by removing the axle housing cover.
4. Remove differential pinion shaft lock pin and differential pinion shaft.
5. CAUTION: Damage to rear brake anti-lock sensor may occur if it is not removed before axle shaft.
Carefully remove rear brake anti-lock sensor before removing axle shaft.
