Mustang Cobra V8-281 4.6L DOHC VIN V MFI (1997)
Differential Axle Housing: Testing and Inspection
1. Raise the vehicle on a hoist to allow the rear axle housing be freely suspended.
2. Using white chalk or paint, mark a small area at the center of each rear tire and draw a vertical line on it.
3. Adjust both wheels so that the markings face the front of the vehicle. Using a tape measure, measure the distance between marks and record this
reading Front reading).
4. Rotate the rear wheels so the markings are directly underneath the vehicle. Measure the distance between the marks and record this reading
(bottom reading).
