Axle Assembly: Removal
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NOTE:
Removal steps in this procedure may contain installation instructions.
- Remove the rear halfshafts. Refer to: Rear Halfshaft .
- Remove the fuel tank. Refer to: Fuel Tank - FWD - 1.5L EcoBoost (132kW/180PS) . Refer to: Fuel Tank - 4WD - 1.5L EcoBoost (132kW/180PS) . Refer to: Fuel Tank - 2.0L EcoBoost (184kW/250PS) . Refer to: Fuel Tank - 2.5L Duratec - Hybrid (121kW/164PS) .
- Disconnect the RDU actuator motor electrical connector and detach wiring harness retainer.
- Disconnect the RDU speed sensor electrical connector and detach wiring harness retainer.
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- Remove the rear differential vent hose from RDU and position aside.
- Remove the bolt and position the ground cable aside.
Torque: 106 lb.in (12 Nm)
- Position a transmission jack and wooden block to secure the RDU.Use the General Equipment: Transmission JackUse the General Equipment: Wooden Block
- Remove the front RDU mounting bolts and the RDU protection shield.Use the General Equipment: Transmission JackUse the General Equipment: Wooden Block
Torque: 76 lb.ft (103 Nm)
- Remove the rear RDU mounting bolt.
Torque: 76 lb.ft (103 Nm)
- Lower the transmission jack and remove the rear axle assembly.Use the General Equipment: Transmission Jack