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Output Flange: Removal

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NOTE: This procedure applies to vehicles equipped with automatic transaxles.
  1. Remove the driveshaft. For additional information, refer to DRIVESHAFT .
  2. CAUTION: Rotational torque of the power transfer unit (PTU) rear output shaft flange must be measured and recorded using a Nm (lb-in) torque wrench for correct pinion bearing preload when reassembled.
    Fig 1: Locating Special Tool And Pinion Nut On Flange
    G04621138Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  3. Using the special tool to hold the flange, remove the pinion nut.
  4. NOTE: Index-mark the power transfer unit (PTU) rear output shaft flange relative to the pinion spline.
    Fig 2: Locating Special Tool On PTU Rear Output Shaft Flange
    G04621139Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  5. Using the special tool, remove the PTU rear output shaft flange.