Front Halfshaft RH - 2.0L EcoBoost (184kW/250PS) - MI4, All-Wheel Drive (AWD): Removal

1.

Remove the wheel and tire. Refer to: Wheel and Tire .

2.

Remove and discard the wheel hub nut.

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3.

Remove the brake flexible hose bracket bolt and position the brake flexible hose aside.

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4.

NOTE: Do not use a prying device or separator fork between the ball joint and the wheel knuckle. Damage to the ball joint or ball joint seal may result. Only use the pry bar by inserting it into the lower arm body opening.

NOTE: Use care when releasing the lower arm and wheel knuckle into the resting position or damage to the ball joint seal may occur.

Remove and discard the ball joint pinch bolt and nut and separate the ball joint from the wheel knuckle.

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5.

NOTE: Do not bend the inner joint more than 18 degrees and the outer joint more than 45 degrees. Damage to the shaft will occur.

Install the special tool and press the halfshaft from the front wheel bearing and wheel hub.

Use Special Service Tool: 205-D070 (D93P-1175-B) Remover, Front Wheel Hub.

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6.

If equipped, remove the underbody shield.

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7.

Remove and discard the halfshaft retaining strap and nuts.

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8.

Remove the halfshaft.

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