Intermediate Shaft - All Wheel Drive (AWD): Installation
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2011 Mercury Milan, 2011 Lincoln MKZ, and 2011 Ford Fusion. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Install a new circlip on the outboard end of the intermediate shaft.
- Install a new intermediate shaft seal. For additional information, refer to TRANSFER CASE - POWER TRANSFER UNIT (PTU) -- FUSION & MILAN article.
- Position the intermediate shaft in the transaxle and engage the intermediate shaft splines with the transaxle side gears. Make sure the circlip is locked in the gear.
- Install the 2 intermediate shaft bearing support bolts.
- Tighten to 40 Nm (30 lb-ft).
- Install the RH halfshaft. For additional information, refer to HALFSHAFT in this service information.
NOTE:
Make sure to install the correct circlip for each application. Failure to use the correct diameter circlip may result in shaft removal concerns or shaft damage during vehicle operation.