Front Halfshaft LH - 6-Speed Automatic Transmission - 6F15: Removal

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2018 Ford EcoSport. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

NOTE: Removal steps in this procedure may contain installation details.

Remove the wheel and tire. Refer to: Wheel and Tire .
Remove and discard the wheel hub nut.

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Remove the retainers and the under body shield.

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WARNING: WARNING: Make sure that no load is placed on the brake hose.

Remove the bolt and position the brake hose aside.

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WARNING: WARNING: Make sure that the alignment line is not twisted.

Remove the bolt, detach the retainer and position aside the front wheel speed sensor.

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WARNING: WARNING: Make sure that a new bolt is installed.

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 lower ball joint nut and bolt.

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NOTE: Make sure that the ball joint ball does not rotate.

Remove and discard the tie rod end nut.

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Using the special tool, separate the tie rod end from the wheel knuckle. Use Special Service Tool: 211-001 (TOOL-3290-D) Remover, Tie-Rod End.

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Using the special tool, press the halfshaft from the front wheel bearing and wheel hub. Support the halfshaft in a level position. Use Special Service Tool: 205-D070 (D93P-1175-B) Remover, Front Wheel Hub.

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NOTE: Be prepared to collect escaping fluids.

NOTE: Make sure that all openings are sealed.

NOTE: The inner CV joint must not be bent more than 18 deg..

NOTE: The outer CV joint must not be bent more than 20 deg..

NOTE: Do not pull on the halfshaft. Pull or pry on the inner CV housing only or damage may occur.

By Using the standard pry bar, remove the halfshaft.

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Remove and discard the halfshaft retaining circlip.

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