Removal and Installation

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2012 Ford Pickup. 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. For additional information, REFER to JACKING & LIFTING .
Remove the rear wheel and tire. For additional information, REFER to WHEELS AND TIRES .
Remove the rear brake disc. For additional information, REFER to REAR DISC BRAKE .
- To install, tighten to 15 Nm (133 lb-in).
  
  Fig 1: Locating Rear Brake Disc Bolt
  Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
Remove the differential housing cover and drain the lubricant. For additional information, refer to DIFFERENTIAL HOUSING COVER .
Discard the specified component. Follow local disposal regulations.
- To install, tighten to 30 Nm (22 lb-ft).
  
  Fig 2: Locating Drain Plug
  Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
Fig 3: Removing Differential Housing Cover
Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
Fig 4: Removing Differential Housing
Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
To install, reverse the removal procedure.
- Inspect and lubricate the lip of the wheel bearing oil seal with grease.