Removal And Installation: Halfshaft: Installation

All vehicles 

1. Install a new 28 mm (1.102 in) circlip on the stub shaft.
   Fig 1: Identifying Axle Retainer Circlip

   Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.

Vehicles equipped with a stamped steel differential cover 

NOTE: Make sure the oil seal protector is correctly aligned with the differential oil seal during installation.
Fig 2: Installing Halfshaft Inner CV Joint Using Axle Seal Protector
Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
2. Using the Axle Seal Protector, install the halfshaft in the differential.
3. Remove the seal protector and install the stub shaft in the rear drive unit.
   • Make sure the circlip locks in the side gear.

Vehicles equipped with an aluminum differential cover 

NOTE: the sharp edges on the stub shaft splines can slice or puncture the oil seal. Use care when inserting the stub shaft into the transmission to avoid oil seal damage.
NOTE: No oil seal protector is used on vehicles with an aluminum differential over during installation.
4. Install the stub shaft in the rear drive unit.
   • Make sure the circlip locks in the side gear.

All vehicles 

5. Position the ABS sensor and install the ABS sensor bolt.
   • Tighten to 7 Nm (62 lb-in).
6. Install the wheel bearing and wheel hub. For additional information refer to REAR SUSPENSION .