Lincoln Aviator: 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 assembly 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 assembly 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
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:
Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) Chart
Diagnostics in this manual assume a certain skill level and knowledge of Ford-specific diagnostic practices. REFER to: Diagnostic Methods (100-00 General Information, Description and Operation).
Diagnostic Trouble Code Chart
Module
DTC
Description
Action
BCM
B1115:11
High Mounted Stop Lamp Control: Circuit Short To Ground
GO to Pinpoint Test B
BCM
B1115:15
High Mounted Stop Lamp Control: Circuit Short To Battery Or Open
GO to Pinpoint Test B
BCM
B1444:11
Left Rear Stop/Position Lamp Output: Circuit Short To Ground
GO to Pinpoint Test B
BCM
B1444:15
Left Rear Stop/Position Lamp Output: Circuit Short To Battery or Open
GO to Pinpoint Test B
BCM
B1448:11
Right Rear Stop/Position Lamp Output: Circuit Short To Ground
GO to Pinpoint Test B
BCM
B1448:15
Right Rear Stop/Position Lamp Output: Circuit Short To Battery or Open
GO to Pinpoint Test B
BCM
B14A0:11
Left Tailgate/Liftgate Lamps: Circuit Short to Ground
GO to Pinpoint Test B
BCM
B14A0:15
Left Tailgate/Liftgate Lamps: Circuit Short to Battery or Open
GO to Pinpoint Test B
BCM
B14A1:11
Right Tailgate/Liftgate Lamps: Circuit Short to Ground
GO to Pinpoint Test B
BCM
B14A1:15
Right Tailgate/Liftgate Lamps: Circuit Short to Battery or Open
GO to Pinpoint Test B
BCM
C0040:12
Brake Pedal Switch "A": Circuit Short To Battery
GO to Pinpoint Test A
Symptom Charts
Symptom Chart: Stoplamps
Diagnostics in this manual assume a certain skill level and knowledge of Ford-specific diagnostic practices...
Removal
NOTE:
Removal steps in this procedure may contain installation details.
Disconnect the battery.
Refer to: Battery Disconnect and Connect (414-01 Battery, Mounting and Cables, General Procedures).
Remove the air cleaner...