Halfshaft - LH: Removal

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2013 Ford Explorer. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

With the vehicle in NEUTRAL, position it on a hoist. REFER to JACKING AND LIFTING , Lifting Points.
Remove the wheel and tire. REFER to WHEEL AND TIRE .
NOTE: Apply the brake to keep the halfshaft from rotating.

Remove the wheel hub nut.
- Do not discard at this time.
NOTE: Use care when releasing the lower arm and knuckle into the resting position or damage to the ball joint seal or CV boot may occur.

NOTE: Use the hex holding feature to prevent the stud from turning while removing the nut.

Remove and discard the lower ball joint nut.
- Separate the ball joint from the wheel knuckle.
Using the Front Wheel Hub Remover 205-D070 D93P-1175-B, separate the halfshaft from the wheel hub.

Fig 1: Separating Halfshaft From Wheel Hub Using Front Wheel Hub Remover
Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
Pull the wheel knuckle outboard and rotate it toward the rear of the vehicle.
Remove and discard the thrust washer, if equipped.
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 or damage to the component may occur.

Using the Slide Hammer 100-001 T50T-100-A and Halfshaft Remover 205-832, remove the halfshaft from the transmission.

Fig 2: Removing Halfshaft From Transmission Using Slide Hammer And Halfshaft Remover
Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
Remove and discard the circlip from the stub shaft.

Fig 3: Locating Stub Shaft Circlip
Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.