Removal And Installation: Halfshaft: Removal

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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 Inner CV Joint Using Suitable Pry Bar
  Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
Remove and discard the circlip from the stub shaft.

Fig 2: Locating Intermediate Shaft Circlip
Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.