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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 article.
    2. NOTE: 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: Removing Pinion Nut Using Drive Pinion Flange Holding Fixture To Hold Flange
    G07443039Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  2. Using the Drive Pinion Flange Holding Fixture to hold the flange, remove and discard the pinion nut.
    3. NOTE: Index-mark the Power Transfer Unit (PTU) rear output shaft flange relative to the pinion spline.
    Fig 2: Removing PTU Rear Output Shaft Flange
    G07443040Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  3. Using a suitable tool such as Snap-on® CJ2001, remove the PTU  rear output shaft flange.
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