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Axle Shaft: Removal

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  1. With the vehicle in NEUTRAL, position it on a hoist. For additional information, refer to JACKING AND LIFTING article.
  2. Remove the differential housing cover. For additional information, refer to Differential Housing Cover  in this article.
  3. Remove the rear brake disc. For additional information, refer to REAR DISC BRAKE article.
  4. Remove the differential pinion shaft.
    • Remove and discard the differential pinion shaft lock bolt.
    • Remove the differential pinion shaft.
    5. Fig 1: Identifying Differential Pinion Shaft
    GF0003114Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
    NOTE: Do not damage the rubber O-rings in the axle shaft grooves.
  5. Remove the U-washer.
    • Push in on the axle shaft.
    • Remove the U-washer.
    6. Fig 2: Locating U-Washer
    GF0003115Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
    CAUTION: Do not damage the axle shaft oil seal.
  6. Remove the axle shaft.
    7. Fig 3: Locating Axle Shaft
    GF0003116Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
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