Ford Explorer: Rear Drive Axle/Differential / Removal and Installation - Axle Assembly
Special Tool(s) /
General Equipment
Removal
NOTE:
Removal steps in this procedure may contain installation details.
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Drain the rear differential fluid.
Refer to: Differential Draining and Filling (205-02 Rear Drive Axle/Differential, General Procedures).
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Remove the rear halfshafts.
Refer to: Rear Halfshaft (205-05 Rear Drive Halfshafts, Removal and Installation).
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Remove the rear driveshaft.
Refer to: Rear Driveshaft (205-01 Driveshaft, Removal and Installation).
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Disconnect and position the axle assembly vent hose aside.
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Using the transmission jack support the rear axle assembly.
Use the General Equipment: Transmission Jack
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Remove and discard the rear axle housing support front bolts.
Torque:
129 lb.ft (175 Nm)
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If equipped.
Remove and discard the rear axle housing support rear bolt.
Torque:
148 lb.ft (200 Nm)
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If equipped.
Remove and discard the rear axle housing support rear bolts.
Torque:
148 lb.ft (200 Nm)
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Gently down the transmission jack and remove the rear axle assembly.
Use the General Equipment: Transmission Jack
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Installation
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To install, reverse the removal procedure.
Special Tool(s) /
General Equipment
205-220Installer, Differential ShimTKIT-1985-FH
Dial Indicator
Copper Hammer
Adjustment
Remove the differential housing cover...
Special Tool(s) /
General Equipment
205-1066Installer, Bushing
Flat Headed Screw Driver
Removal
NOTE:
Only worn or damaged bushings need to be replaced...
Other information:
Special Tool(s) /
General Equipment
Feeler Gauge
Cleaning
Clean the exhaust manifold using a suitable solvent. Use
a plastic scraping tool to clean the gasket sealing surfaces.
Inspection
NOTE:
New exhaust manifold gaskets, studs, nuts and/or
bolts must be installed when an exhaust manifold is serviced...
Special Tool(s) /
General Equipment
Transmission Jack
Removal
NOTE:
Removal steps in this procedure may contain installation steps.
Release the fuel system pressure.
Refer to: Fuel System Pressure Release (310-00A Fuel System - General Information - 2...
Categories
You can use the power door lock control or the remote control to lock and unlock
your vehicle.
Power Door Locks
The power door lock control is on the driver and front passenger door panels.

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