Rear Axle Assembly: Notes

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2003 Ford Thunderbird. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Special Tool(s)

Fig 1: Identifying Special Tools

Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.

With the vehicle in NEUTRAL, position on a hoist. For additional information, refer to JACKING & LIFTING .
Remove the rear halfshafts. For additional information, refer to REAR AXLE HALFSHAFTS, BEARINGS AND SEALS .
Remove the driveshaft assembly. For additional information, refer to REAR DRIVESHAFT .
Position a suitable hydraulic jack to the axle housing. Securely strap the jack to the housing.
Remove the components in the order indicated in the following illustration and table.

Fig 2: Rear Axle Assembly Component Locator
Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
To install, reverse the removal procedure.
Fill the axle with the specified quantity of the specified lubricant.