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Removal and Installation

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CAUTION: Suspension fasteners are critical parts because they affect performance of vital components and systems and their failure can result in major service expense. A new part with the same part number or an equivalent part must be installed, if installation is necessary. Do not use a part of lesser quality or substitute design. Torque values must be used as specified during installation to make sure of correct retention of these parts.
  1. Release the tension on the parking brake cables. For additional information, refer to DISC & DRUM .
  2. Raise and support the vehicle. For additional information, refer to JACKING & LIFTING .
  3. Remove the rear tire and wheel assemblies. For additional information, REFER to NOISE, VIBRATION & HARSHNESS .
  4. Remove the drive pinion. For additional information, refer to DRIVE PINION FLANGE AND DRIVE PINION SEAL .
  5. Remove the bolt.
    Fig 1: Removing Bolt
    G02760619Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  6. Disconnect the parking brake cable from the parking brake. Repeat for the opposite side. Position the cables aside.
    Fig 2: Disconnecting Parking Brake Cable From Parking Brake
    G02760620Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  7. Disconnect the anti-lock brake sensor (RABS) connector. Position the harness aside.
    Fig 3: Disconnecting Anti-Lock Brake Sensor (RABS) Connector
    G02760621Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  8. Disconnect the axle vent tube.
    Fig 4: Disconnecting Axle Vent Tube
    G02760622Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  9. Remove the axle vent.
    Fig 5: Removing Axle Vent
    G02760623Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  10. Remove the bolt.
    Fig 6: Removing Bolt
    G02760624Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  11. Remove the bolt.
    Fig 7: Removing Bolt
    G02760625Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  12. Remove the bolts retaining the anchor plate to the axle. Position the rear brake caliper aside. Repeat for the opposite side.
    • Use mechanic's wire to position the rear brake calipers out of the way.
    Fig 8: Removing Bolts Retaining Anchor Plate To Axle
    G02760626Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  13. Position the brake tube, harness and cable out of the way.
    Fig 9: Positioning Brake Tube, Harness And Cable Out Of Way
    G02760627Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
    14. WARNING: Strap the axle securely to the jack.
    Fig 10: Supporting Axle
    G02760628Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  14. Use a suitable transmission jack to support the axle.
  15. Remove the nut and bolt retaining shock absorber to the axle. Repeat for the opposite side.
    Fig 11: Removing Nut And Bolt Retaining Shock Absorber To Axle
    G02760629Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  16. Remove the nuts and the axle U-bolts.
    Fig 12: Removing Nuts And Axle U-Bolts
    G02760630Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
    17. WARNING: Watch for obstructions while lowering and raising the axle.
  17. Lower the axle from the vehicle.
  18. To install, reverse the removal procedure.
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