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Axle Shaft: Removal

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  1. With the vehicle in NEUTRAL, position it on a hoist. For additional information, refer to JACKING & LIFTING .
  2. Remove the differential housing cover. For additional information, refer to DIFFERENTIAL HOUSING COVER .
  3. Remove the rear brake disc. For additional information, refer to REAR DISC BRAKE .
  4. Remove the bolt and position aside the wheel speed sensor.
  5. Remove the differential pinion shaft.
    1. Remove and discard the differential pinion shaft lock bolt.
    2. Remove the differential pinion shaft.
      Fig 1: Removing Differential Pinion Shaft
      G06166928Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  6. Remove the U-washer.
    1. Push in on the axle shaft.
    2. Remove the U-washer.
      Fig 2: Removing U-Washer And Axle Shaft
      G06166929Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  7. Remove the axle shaft.
    Fig 3: Locating Axle Shaft
    G06166931Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
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