Rear Axle Assembly: Notes

Special Tool(s) 

1. With the vehicle in NEUTRAL, position on a hoist. For additional information, refer to JACKING & LIFTING .
2. Remove the rear halfshafts. For additional information, refer to REAR AXLE HALFSHAFTS, BEARINGS AND SEALS .
3. Remove the driveshaft assembly. For additional information, refer to REAR DRIVESHAFT .
4. Position a suitable hydraulic jack to the axle housing. Securely strap the jack to the housing.
5. Remove the components in the order indicated in the following illustration and table.
   Fig 2: Rear Axle Assembly Component Locator

   Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
6. To install, reverse the removal procedure.
7. Fill the axle with the specified quantity of the specified lubricant.