Axle Assembly: Removal
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2024 Ford Maverick. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
NOTE:
Removal steps in this procedure may contain installation details.
- Remove the fuel tank. Refer to: Fuel Tank . Refer to: Fuel Tank .
- Remove the rear halfshafts. Refer to: Rear Halfshaft .
- Remove the rear differential vent hose from RDU and position aside.
- Position a transmission jack and wooden block to secure the RDU. Use the General Equipment: Transmission Jack Use the General Equipment: Wooden Block
- Remove the front RDU mounting bolts and the RDU protection shield. Use the General Equipment: Transmission Jack Use the General Equipment: Wooden Block
Torque: 103 Nm
- Remove the rear RDU mounting bolt.
Torque: 103 Nm
- Lower the transmission jack and axle low enough to access electrical connectors and ground strap. Use the General Equipment: Transmission Jack
- Disconnect the RDU speed sensor and temperature sensor electrical connectors.
- Disconnect the RDU actuator motor electrical connectors and detach wiring harness retainers.
- Remove the bolt and position the ground cable aside.
Torque: 12 Nm
- Fully lower transmission jack and axle assembly. Use the General Equipment: Transmission Jack