Removal and Installation

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Set the parking brake.
Remove the axle shaft bolts.
- Place a drain pan under the rear hub.
  
  Fig 1: Removing Axle Shaft Bolts
  Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
Remove the axle shaft (4234).

Fig 2: Removing Axle Shaft
Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
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 O-Ring
  Courtesy 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: Installing Axle Shaft Bolts

Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.

To install, reverse the removal procedure.