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Removal and Installation

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  1. With the vehicle in NEUTRAL, position it on a hoist. For additional information, refer to JACKING & LIFTING .
  2. Remove the disc brake caliper bolts and the disc brake caliper.
    • Using mechanic's wire, position aside the disc brake caliper.
    • To install, tighten to 32 Nm (24 lb-ft).
    Fig 1: Removing Disc Brake Caliper Bolts And Disc Brake Caliper
    G03944168Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  3. Index-mark the driveshaft flange and pinion flange for correct alignment during installation.
    Fig 2: Identifying Alignment Mark On Driveshaft Flange And Pinion Flange
    G03884289Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  4. Remove the 4 driveshaft flange bolts.
    Fig 3: Removing 4 Driveshaft Flange Bolts
    G03878515Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
    5. CAUTION: The driveshaft centering socket yoke fits tightly on the pinion flange pilot. Never hammer on the driveshaft or any of its components to disconnect the driveshaft centering socket yoke from the pinion flange. Pry only in the area shown with a suitable tool to disconnect the driveshaft centering socket yoke from the pinion flange.
    Fig 4: Disconnecting Driveshaft Centering Socket Yoke From Pinion Flange
    G03878446Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  5. Using a suitable tool as shown, disconnect the driveshaft centering socket yoke from the pinion flange.
    • Using mechanic's wire, position the driveshaft aside.
  6. Disconnect the disc brake anti-lock sensor from the axle.
    NOTE: If the vent hose is disconnected from the vehicle body, a new retainer must be installed.
  7. Remove the vent hose.
    Fig 5: Removing Vent Hose
    G03960171Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  8. Remove the brake hose junction block bolt.
    • To install, tighten to 18 Nm (14 lb-ft).
    Fig 6: Removing Brake Hose Junction Block Bolt
    G03960172Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  9. Separate the parking brake cables from the axle housing.
    • To install, tighten to 25 Nm (18 lb-ft).
    Fig 7: Separating Parking Brake Cables From Axle Housing (1 Of 2)
    G03884196Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
    Fig 8: Separating Parking Brake Cables From Axle Housing (2 Of 2)
    G03884197Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  10. Remove the brake line bracket bolt, then remove the brake line from the brake line retaining clips.
    • To install, tighten to 25 Nm (18 lb-ft).
    Fig 9: Removing Brake Line From Brake Line Retaining Clips
    G03918479Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  11. Remove the parking brake cables.
    Fig 10: Removing Parking Brake Cables
    G03960444Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  12. Support the axle with a suitable transmission jack.
    Fig 11: Supporting Axle With Suitable Transmission Jack
    G03884198Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  13. Remove the lower shock absorber nuts and bolts.
    • To install, tighten to 90 Nm (66 lb-ft).
    Fig 12: Removing Lower Shock Absorber Nuts And Bolts
    G03960177Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  14. Remove the rear axle U-bolt assembly.
    1. Remove the spring plate nuts.
    2. Remove the 2 spring plate U-bolts.
    3. Remove the spring plate.
    4. Repeat the procedure for the other side.
    • To install, tighten to 115 Nm (85 lb-ft).
    Fig 13: Removing Rear Axle U-Bolt Assembly
    G03884542Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  15. Lower the axle assembly from the vehicle.
  16. To install the original assembly, reverse the removal procedure.
  17. To install a factory replacement axle assembly, remove the new disc brake calipers and the vent plug. Follow the removal procedure in reverse.
  18. Check the rear axle fluid level after installation.
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