Rear wheel drive (RWD) vehicles

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2007 Ford Ranger. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Fig 1: Locating Lube Hole

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CAUTION: The lube hole in the bushing must be aligned with the lube groove in the extension housing.

NOTE: Install the extension housing bushing only if removed in disassembly.

NOTE: Remove any burrs from the extension housing counterbore.

Align the lube hole with the lube groove in the extension housing. This groove is located at the 3 o'clock position when viewed from the rear.

Fig 2: Installing Extension Housing Bushing Using Special Tool (307-065)

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CAUTION: Tool will bottom when bushing is in the correct position.

Using the special tool, install the extension housing bushing.

Fig 3: Locating Extension Housing Seal With Drain Hole

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Position a new extension housing seal with drain hole in the 6 o'clock position.

Fig 4: Installing New Extension Housing Seal Using Special Tool (307-038)

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Using the special tool, install a new extension housing seal.