Subframe Bushings - Rear Differential, Rear: 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.
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NOTE: There are 2 Rear Drive Unit (RDU) rear bushings in the rear subframe. This procedure shows how to remove one bushing. The procedure for the remaining RDU bushing is identical.
Remove the RDU . REFER to AXLE ASSEMBLY .
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NOTE: The RDU 204-618/1 must be used to remove the bushing to make sure that it passes through the receiver cup.NOTE: Make sure the RDU 204-616/2 is positioned with the larger opening toward the bushing to act as the receiver cup.NOTE: Make sure the arrow on the RDU 204-616 is pointed toward the rear subframe when removing the bushing.
Assemble the RDU 204-618 and the 204-616 to the rear subframe and press out the bushing.