Differential Gear Assembly: Disassembly

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2010 Lincoln MKX and 2010 Ford Edge. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

All vehicles

NOTE: All-Wheel Drive (AWD) shown in illustration, Front Wheel Drive (FWD) similar.

Fig 1: Locating Differential Bearings

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Inspect the differential bearings for damage or excessive wear. Install new bearings if necessary.
All-Wheel Drive (AWD) vehicles
Using Step Plate 205-D019, Bearing Puller 205-D064 and Front Wheel Hub Remover/Installer 204-069, remove the right differential carrier bearing from the differential assembly.

Fig 2: Removing Right Differential Carrier Bearing From Differential Assembly
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Front Wheel Drive (FWD) vehicles
Using Step Plate 205-D015, Bearing Puller 205-D064 and Front Wheel Hub Remover/Installer 204-069, remove the right differential carrier bearing from the differential assembly.

Fig 3: Removing Right Differential Carrier Bearing From Differential Assembly
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All vehicles

NOTE: AWD shown in illustration, FWD similar.

Fig 4: Removing Left Differential Carrier Bearing From Differential Assembly

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Using Step Plate 205-D015, Bearing Puller 205-D064 and Front Wheel Hub Remover/Installer 204-069, remove the left differential carrier bearing from the differential assembly.
Inspect the differential assembly and the ring gear for damage and install new, if necessary.