Halfshaft - LH: Installation
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2007 Lincoln MKX and 2007 Ford Edge. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Install a new stub shaft circlip.
- Insert the halfshaft into the wheel hub.
- Push the stub shaft into the transmission so the circlip locks into the differential side gear.
- Rotate the knuckle into position.
- Install the ball joint in the knuckle and install the pinch bolt and nut.
- Tighten to 55 Nm (41 lb-ft).
- Position the stabilizer bar link and install the link nut.
- Tighten to 90 Nm (66 lb-ft).
- Using a suitable tool, install the halfshaft in the wheel hub.
- Install a new front wheel hub nut.
- Tighten to 350 Nm (258 lb-ft).
- Install the front tire and wheel. For additional information, refer to WHEELS AND TIRES .
CAUTION:
The sharp edges on the stub shaft splines can slice or puncture the oil seal. Use care when inserting the stub shaft into the transmission to avoid oil seal damage.
NOTE:
After insertion, pull the halfshaft inner end to make sure the circlip is locked.
CAUTION:
Do not tighten the front wheel hub nut with the vehicle on the ground. The nut must be tightened to specification before the vehicle is lowered onto the wheels. Wheel bearing damage will occur if the wheel bearing is loaded with the weight of the vehicle applied.
NOTE:
Apply the brake to keep the halfshaft from rotating.