Removal And Installation: Halfshaft: 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.

Remove the wheel bearing and wheel hub. For additional information, refer to REAR SUSPENSION .
Remove the Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) sensor bolt and position the ABS sensor aside.
NOTE: Do not damage the differential oil seal when removing the halfshaft from the differential.

Using a suitable pry bar, remove the halfshaft from the differential.
- Remove the halfshaft through the wheel bearing opening in the wheel knuckle.
  
  Fig 1: Removing Halfshaft From Differential Using Pry Bar
  Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
Remove and discard the circlip from the stub shaft.

Fig 2: Identifying Circlip Over Stub Shaft
Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.