Active Torque Coupling Clutch: Removal

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2014 Lincoln MKX and 2014 Ford Edge. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

NOTE: When replacing the RDU clutch, the ATC coil and yoke are a matched set and must be replaced also.

NOTE: When replacing the RDU clutch, the 4X4 control module will need to be reconfigured with the new Active Torque Coupling (ATC) bar code information. If the new bar code information does not match the existing 4X4 control module information, driveline damage or driveability concerns can occur.

NOTE: Removal steps may contain installation instructions.

1.

With the vehicle in NEUTRAL, position it on a hoist. Refer to: JACKING & LIFTING .

2.

Remove the driveshaft. Refer to: DRIVESHAFT .

3.

Disconnect the Active Torque Coupling (ATC) connector.

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4.

Remove the RDU front bracket bolts and bracket.
Tighten to 90 Nm (66 lb ft)

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5.

Remove and discard the RDU coupler housing bolts.
Tighten to 40 Nm (30 lb ft)

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6.

NOTE: When assembling use a 2 mm bead of silicon sealant.

NOTE: The RDU coupler housing should be dry. The presence of fluid in the housing cavity is most likely from a failed / overheated Active Torque Coupling (ATC). Clean any fluid from the housing before assembly.

Using a pry bar, remove the RDU coupler housing.

Use the General Equipment: Tire Lever

Material

: Silicone Gasket and Sealant / TA-30 (WSE-M4G323-A4)

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7.

Remove and discard the companion flange bolt, remove the companion flange washer and the companion flange.
Use Special Service Tool: 205-126 (T78P-4851-A) Holding Fixture, Drive Pinion Flange.

Tighten to 54 Nm (40 lb ft)

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8.

Index mark the companion flange and stub shaft.

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9.

Remove the companion flange.

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10.

Remove the RDU clutch coupler housing from the Intelligent Torque Controlled Coupling (ITCC).

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11.

Remove and discard the stub shaft bolts, and remove the stub shaft.
Tighten to 58 Nm (43 lb ft)

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12.

Remove and discard the ATC coil snap ring.

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13.

NOTE: The ATC coil and the ATC coil yoke must be replaced as a matched set.

Remove the ATC coil.

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14.

NOTE: The ATC coil and the ATC coil yoke must be replaced as a matched set.

Remove and discard the ATC coil yoke bolts and remove the ATC coil yoke.

Tighten to 10 Nm (89 in lbs)

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15.

Clean the mating surface of the RDU differential housing. Refer to: RTV SEALING SURFACE CLEANING AND PREPARATION .

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16.

Clean the mating surface of the RDU clutch coupler housing. Refer to: RTV SEALING SURFACE CLEANING AND PREPARATION .

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