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Removal and Installation

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  1. Set the parking brake.
  2. Remove the axle shaft bolts.
    • Place a drain pan under the rear hub.
      Fig 1: Removing Axle Shaft Bolts
      G02769212Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  3. Remove the axle shaft (4234).
    Fig 2: Removing Axle Shaft
    G02769213Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  4. Inspect the following components:
    • The O-ring for damage. Replace as necessary.
    • The axle shaft for cracked material around the holes or oversized holes. Replace as necessary.
      Fig 3: Identifying Axle Shaft
      G02769214Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
      • NOTE: Lubricate the O-ring with Premium Long-Life Grease XG-1-C or equivalent meeting Ford specification ESA-M1C75-B.
      Fig 4: Tightening Bolt With Torque Specification
      G02769215Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
    • To install, reverse the removal procedure.
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