Halfshaft - RH: 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: Suspension fasteners are critical parts because they affect performance of vital components and systems and their failure may result in major service expense. New parts must be installed with the same part numbers or equivalent part, if replacement is necessary. Do not use a replacement part of lesser quality or substitute design. Torque values must be used as specified during reassembly to make sure of correct retention of these parts.

Remove the wheel and tire. For additional information, refer to WHEELS AND TIRES .
NOTE: Apply the brake to keep the halfshaft from rotating.

Remove the wheel hub nut.
- Do not discard at this time.
  
  Fig 1: Locating Wheel Hub Nut
  Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
Remove the brake hose bracket bolt and disconnect the hose from the shock absorber.

Fig 2: Locating Brake Hose Bracket Bolt
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Disconnect the wheel speed sensor harness from the shock absorber bracket.

Fig 3: Locating Wheel Speed Sensor Harness Clamp
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Remove and discard the ball joint bolt and nut.
- Separate the ball joint from the wheel knuckle.
  
  Fig 4: Locating Ball Joint Bolt And Nut
  Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
Using the Front Wheel Hub Remover, separate the halfshaft from the wheel hub.

Fig 5: Disconnecting Halfshaft From Wheel Hub Using Front Wheel Hub Remover
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Pull the wheel knuckle outboard and rotate it toward the rear of the vehicle.
- Secure the wheel knuckle.
Use a brass drift to strike the right side halfshaft in the indicated area and separate the Right Hand (RH) halfshaft from the intermediate shaft.

Fig 6: Locating Right Hand Halfshaft
Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
Remove and discard the circlip from the intermediate shaft.

Fig 7: Locating Intermediate Shaft Circlip
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