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Rear Differential Subframe Bushings: Installation

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Front bushings 

NOTE: There are 2 RDU front bushings in the rear subframe, this procedure shows how to remove one bushing. The procedure for the remaining RDU bushing is identical.
  1. NOTE: Make sure the alignment marks on the RDU Bushing Remover/Installers are aligned with the anti-rotation tabs on the RDU bushing.

    Position the rear bushing inside the special tool. Use Special Service Tool: 204-618 Remover/Installer, Rear Drive Unit Bushing (60 mm).

    GFD231041Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  2. NOTE: Make sure the arrow on the RDU Bushing Remover/Installers is visible on the bottom and facing away from the subframe. The arrow must remain straight so that the bushings are correctly indexed into the subframe.
    NOTE: When installing the RDU bushing, RDU Bushing Remover/Installer 204-618/2 will fall away as the RDU bushing is installed into the subframe. The RDU Bushing Remover/Installers do not control the depth of the bushing. The RDU bushing is fully seated when the Replacer, Front Crankshaft Seal 303-420 contacts the RDU bushing housing. Do not continue to tighten the RDU Bushing Remover/Installers.

    Install the rear differential subframe front bushing and remove the special tools. Use Special Service Tool: 204-616 Remover/Installer, Rear Drive Unit Bushing (70 mm)., 204-618 Remover/Installer, Rear Drive Unit Bushing (60 mm)., 303-420 (T92P-6701-BH) Installer, Crankshaft Front Oil Seal.

    GFD231042Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  3. Install the axle assembly. Refer to: Axle Assembly .

    Rear bushings 

  4. NOTE: There are 2 RDU rear bushings in the rear subframe, this procedure shows how to remove one bushing. The procedure for the remaining RDU bushing is identical.
    NOTE: Make sure the alignment marks on the RDU Bushing Remover/Installers are aligned with the anti-rotation tabs on the RDU bushing.

    Position the rear bushing inside the special tool. Use Special Service Tool: 204-618 Remover/Installer, Rear Drive Unit Bushing (60 mm).

    GFD231041Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  5. NOTE: Make sure the alignment marks are properly aligned on both RDU Bushing Remover/Installers and the anti-rotation tabs are properly seated in the RDU Bushing Remover/Installers.

    Visual check and position the rear bushing. Use Special Service Tool: 204-616 Remover/Installer, Rear Drive Unit Bushing (70 mm).

    GFD231043Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  6. NOTE: Make sure the arrow on the RDU Bushing Remover/Installers is visible on the bottom and facing away from the subframe. The arrow must remain straight so that the bushings are correctly indexed into the subframe.
    NOTE: When installing the RDU bushing, RDU Bushing Remover/Installer 204-616/2 will fall away as the RDU bushing is installed into the subframe. The RDU Bushing Remover/Installers do not control the depth of the bushing. The RDU bushing is fully seated when the RDU Bushing Remover/Installers 204-618/1 contacts the RDU bushing housing. Do not continue to tighten the RDU Bushing Remover/Installers.

    Install the rear differential subframe rear bushings and remove the special tools. Use Special Service Tool: 204-616 Remover/Installer, Rear Drive Unit Bushing (70 mm)., 204-618 Remover/Installer, Rear Drive Unit Bushing (60 mm).

    GFD231044Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  7. Install the axle assembly. Refer to: Axle Assembly .
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