Axle Assembly: Removal
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2018 Ford Edge. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
NOTE:
Removal steps may contain installation instructions.
- Remove the rear halfshafts. Refer to: Rear Halfshaft .
- Remove and discard the driveshaft to rear differential flange bolts and washer assemblies.
Torque: 26 lb.ft (35 Nm)
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NOTE: Do not remove driveshaft from the pinion flange by pulling on the driveshaft tube. Damage to the CV joint can result.
- Mark the driveshaft CV joint coupling and RDU (Rear Drive Unit) flange.
- Separate the driveshaft CV joint coupling from the RDU flange.
- Position and support the driveshaft aside.
- Disconnect the ATC (Automatic Torque Coupling) connector.
- Disconnect the RDU vent tube.
- Position and secure a transmission jack under the RDU. Use the General Equipment: Transmission Jack
- Remove the rear RDU mounting bolts.
Torque: 66 lb.ft (90 Nm)
- Remove the front RDU mounting bolts and using the transmission jack, remove the RDU. Use the General Equipment: Transmission Jack
Torque: 66 lb.ft (90 Nm)
- If installing a new RDU, remove the RDU mounting bracket bolts and mounting brackets.
Torque: 66 lb.ft (90 Nm)