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Front Case Bushings: Assembly

    NOTE: The front case bushing has three lube grooves. The rear case bushing has one lube groove.
    Fig 1: Installing Front Case Bushing Onto Special Tool
    G02176262Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  1. Install the front case bushing onto the special tool.
  2. Place the special tool with the front case bushing through the case and into the rear case bushing.
    Fig 2: Placing Special Tool With Front Case Bushing Through Case And Into Rear Case Bushing
    G02176263Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  3. CAUTION: Make sure the bushing and tool are centered in the bore.
    Fig 3: Installing Special Tool, Washer And Nut
    G02176264Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  4. Install the special tool then, install the washer and the nut hand-tight.
  5. Hold the special tool while turning the nut until the front case bushing is fully seated. Remove the tools.
    Fig 4: Removing Special Tool
    G02176265Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.