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Subframe Bushings - Rear Differential, Front: Removal

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  1. NOTE: There are 2 Rear Drive Unit (RDU) front 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 .

  2. NOTE: Make sure the RDU  204-618/2 is positioned with the larger opening toward the bushing to act as the receiver cup.
    NOTE: Make sure the arrow on the RDU  204-616/2 is pointed toward the rear subframe when removing the bushing.

    Assemble the RDU  204-618 and RDU  204-616 to the rear subframe and press out the bushing.

    Fig 1: Assembling SST (RDU204-618 And RDU204-616) To Rear Subframe
    G06071398Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.