Halfshaft - LH: Installation
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.
- 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.
- Position the halfshaft and ball joint in the wheel knuckle. Install the new ball joint bolt and nut.
- Tighten to 55 Nm (41 lb-ft).
- Position the halfshaft in the hub and use the previously removed inner hub nut to seat the halfshaft.
- Tighten to 350 Nm (258 lb-ft).
- Remove and discard the hub nut.
- Position the stabilizer bar link and install the link nut.
- Tighten to 90 Nm (66 lb-ft).
- Install a new hub nut.
- Tighten to 350 Nm (258 lb-ft).
- Install the front wheel and tire. For additional information, refer to WHEELS AND TIRES .
NOTE:
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.
NOTE:
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.
NOTE:
The wheel hub nut contains a one-time locking chemical that is activated by the heat created when it is tightened. Install and tighten the new wheel hub nut to specification within 5 minutes of starting it on the threads. Always install a new wheel hub nut after loosening or when not tightened within the specified time or damage to the components can occur.
NOTE:
Apply the brake to keep the halfshaft from rotating.