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Transaxle Case Bushing: Installation

  1. Clean the halfshaft bushing area of the transaxle case.
  2. Assemble the Handle and the Bushing Installer and Install a new bushing on the Bushing Installer.
    Fig 1: Identifying Bushing On Bushing Installer
    G07932078Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  3. Using the Handle and the Bushing Installer, install a new bushing in the transaxle case.
    Fig 2: Installing Bushing In Transaxle Case Using Handle And Bushing Installer
    G07932079Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  4. Install a new halfshaft seal. For additional information, refer to HALFSHAFT SEAL - LH .
  5. Install the drain plug.
    • Tighten to 12 Nm (106 lb-in).
      Fig 3: Locating Drain Plug
      G07931958Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.