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Front Halfshaft LH: Installation

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  1. NOTE: Make sure new component is installed.

    Install the new halfshaft retaining circlip.

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  2. Install a new LH halfshaft seal. Refer to: Halfshaft Seal LH 6F15 . Refer to: Halfshaft Seal LH DPS6/6DCT250 . Refer to: Halfshaft Seal LH MTX75 . Refer to: Halfshaft Seal LH B6 . Refer to: Halfshaft Seal LH MMT6 .
  3. NOTE: Do not fully install shaft at this time.

    Using a seal protector. Install the halfshaft splines through the seal protector and remove the seal protector.

    GFD264392Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  4. NOTE: Insert shaft until circlip is fully seated. When checking if circlip is seated, apply pulling force to the tulip housing only. Do not pull on CV joints or damage can result.

    Insert the halfshaft until the circlip seats properly.

    GFD264393Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  5. Position the halfshaft through the wheel bearing.
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  6. Using the special tool, seat the halfshaft in the wheel bearing mating splines. Use Special Service Tool: 204-161 (T97P-1175-A) Installer, Halfshaft.
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  7. Install the new lower ball joint pinch bolt and nut.

    Torque

    : 61 lb.ft (83 Nm)

    GFD264396Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  8. Install the brake flexible hose bracket bolt.

    Torque

    : 97 lb.in (11 Nm)

    GFD264386Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  9. NOTE: Do not tighten the front wheel hub nut with the vehicle on the ground. The nut must be tightened to specification before the vehicle is lowered onto the wheels. Wheel bearing damage will occur if the wheel bearing is loaded with the weight of the vehicle applied.
    NOTE: Install and tighten the new wheel hub nut to specification in a continuous rotation. Always install a new wheel hub nut after loosening or when not tightened to specification in a continuous rotation or damage to the components may occur.
    NOTE: Apply the brake to keep the halfshaft from rotating.

    Using an assistant to apply brake pressure, install the new wheel hub nut.

    Torque

    :Stage 1: 59 lb.ft (80 Nm) Stage 2: 90°

    GFD264185Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  10. Check the transmission fluid level. Refer to: Transmission Fluid Level Check .
  11. If equipped, install the underbody shield and the retainers.
    GFD264388Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  12. Install the wheel and tire. Refer to: Wheel and Tire .
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