Drive Pinion Flange

205-02 Rear Drive Axle/Differential 2016 Mustang

Removal and Installation Procedure revision date: 12/9/2015

Special Tool(s) / General Equipment

Drive Pinion Flange — original illustration 1, reference 2734Original colors & callouts · Select to enlarge	205-126 (T78P-4851-A) Holding Fixture, Drive Pinion Flange
Drive Pinion Flange — original illustration 2, reference 2734Original colors & callouts · Select to enlarge	205-233 (T85T-4851-AH) Installer, Drive Pinion Flange TKIT-1985-FH-1
Three Leg Puller
Punch
Copper Hammer

Removal

1. NOTE: The rear brake calipers and brake pads must be removed for accurate pinion nut drag torque readings.

Remove the rear brake pads. Refer to: Brake Pads (206-04 Rear Disc Brake, Removal and Installation).

2. Remove the driveshaft. Refer to: Driveshaft (205-01 Driveshaft, Removal and Installation).

3. NOTE: Rotational torque of the drive pinion flange must be measured and recorded using a Nm (lb-in) torque wrench for correct pinion bearing preload when reassembled. This will be the torque-to-turn measurement.

Using a dial type torque wrench, measure and record the rotational torque of the drive pinion.

Drive Pinion Flange — original illustration 3, reference 2734Original colors & callouts · Select to enlarge

4. Using the special tool to hold the pinion flange, remove and discard the pinion nut. Use Special Service Tool: 205-126 (T78P-4851-A) Holding Fixture, Drive Pinion Flange.

Source reference 2734

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