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Halfshaft - LH: Disassembly

    CAUTION: The inner joint must not be bent at more than 18 degrees; the outer joint must not be bent at more than 45 degrees.
    NOTE: Use protective covers.
  1. Disconnect the driveshaft at the transaxle end.
    • Hold the front driveshaft in a clamp.
    1. Separate and discard the clamping straps. Push back the boot along the shaft.
    2. Pull apart the tripod joint.
    • Remove all the grease.
      Fig 1: Disconnecting Driveshaft At Transaxle End
      G04651587Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  2. Remove the snap ring.
    Fig 2: Locating Snap Ring
    G04651588Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  3. Remove the tripod.
    • Using the special tool remove the tripod.
    • Remove the boot.
      Fig 3: Removing Tripod
      G04651589Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  4. Detach the boot at the wheel end.
    • Separate and discard the clamping straps.
    • Remove the boot over the transaxle side.
    • Remove the accessible grease.
      Fig 4: Locating Clamping Straps
      G04651590Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
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