Axle Shaft: Installation

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NOTE: The hub and the axle shaft flange mating interface must be clean and free from oil, grease or any other contaminates before the axle shaft is completely pressed into the hub or damage to the components can occur.

NOTE: To ease the axle shaft installation into the hub, lightly lubricate the O-ring seal with grease prior to installing it on the axle shaft.

NOTE: Verify that the O-ring seal is fully seated in the axle shaft O-ring gland after installation.

Install the axle shaft.

Fig 1: Installing Axle Shaft
Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
Install the 8 new axle shaft bolts.
- Tighten to 147 Nm (108 lb-ft).
  
  Fig 2: Locating Axle Shaft Bolts
  Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.