Output Flange: Removal

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2008 Mercury Mariner and 2008 Ford Escape. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

NOTE: This procedure applies to vehicles equipped with automatic transaxles.

Remove the driveshaft. For additional information, refer to DRIVESHAFT article.

NOTE: Rotational torque of the Power Transfer Unit (PTU) rear output shaft flange must be measured and recorded using a Nm (lb-in) torque wrench for correct pinion bearing preload when reassembled.

Using the Drive Pinion Flange Holding Fixture to hold the flange, remove the pinion nut.

Fig 1: Special Tool & Pinion Nut

Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.

NOTE: Index-mark the Power Transfer Unit (PTU) rear output shaft flange relative to the pinion spline.

Using the Steering Wheel Remover, remove the PTU rear output shaft flange.

Fig 2: Removing PTU Rear Output Shaft Flange

Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.