Lincoln Aviator: Driveshaft / Removal and Installation - Front Driveshaft
Special Tool(s) /
General Equipment
Strap Wrench |
Transmission Jack |
Materials
Name |
Specification |
Motorcraft® High Temperature 4x4 Front Axle and Wheel Bearing Grease XG-11 |
WSS-M1C267-A1
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Slip Yoke Grease 5L3Z-19A506-A |
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Removal
All vehicles
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Disconnect battery terminals.
Refer to: Battery Disconnect and Connect (414-01 Battery, Mounting and Cables, General Procedures).
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Drain the transfer case Fluid.
Refer to: Transmission Fluid Cooler - Backflushing and Cleaning (307-02B Transmission Cooling - 10-Speed Automatic Transmission – 10R80 MHT, General Procedures).
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Remove Catalytic Converter RH.
Refer to: Catalytic Converter RH - Plug-In Hybrid Electric Vehicle (PHEV) (309-00B Exhaust System - 3.0L EcoBoost – Hybrid (BQ), Removal and Installation).
Refer to: Catalytic Converter RH - Plug-In Hybrid Electric Vehicle (PHEV) (309-00B Exhaust System - 3.0L EcoBoost – Hybrid (BQ), Removal and Installation).
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Remove the nut, bolts and the front exhaust heat shield.
3.0L EcoBoost - Hybrid
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Remove the transmission fluid cooler.
Refer to: Transmission Fluid Cooler (307-02B Transmission Cooling - 10-Speed Automatic Transmission – 10R80 MHT, Removal and Installation).
All vehicles
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NOTICE:
The driveshaft yoke fits tightly on the front
axle pinion stem with circlip. Never hammer on the driveshaft or any of
its components to disengage the driveshaft yoke from front axle pinion
stem. Pry only in the area shown with a suitable tool, to disengage the
driveshaft yoke from the front axle pinion stem or damage to the
driveshaft yoke and pinion stem can occur.
NOTE:
Care should be taken not to damage the driveshaft splines.
Use pry tool to disengage circlip that holds the
front driveshaft plug-on yoke to the front axle pinion stem.
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Remove the bolts and the transfer case heat shield.
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NOTE:
Take extra care not to damage the component.
Position aside and support the rear driveshaft.
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Mark the driveshaft flex coupling to the transfer case flange.
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Remove and discard the driveshaft flex coupling to transfer case flange bolts.
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NOTICE:
Secure the transmission to the transmission jack with a safety strap.
NOTICE:
Make sure the transmission jack makes contact on the outer ribs of the transmission fluid pan.
Using a high-lift transmission jack, support the transmission.
Use the General Equipment: Transmission Jack
Use the General Equipment: Strap Wrench
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Detach the transfer case vent hose and position aside.
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Disconnect the transfer case motor assembly electrical connector and position the wiring harness aside.
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Remove the transmission support crossmember.
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Remove the transfer case to transmission bell housing bolts.
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Remove the transfer case to transmission bell housing bolts.
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NOTE:
This step requires the aid of another technician.
Disconnect the transfer case from transmission and position aside.
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Remove the front driveshaft from vehicle.
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Remove and discard the front driveshaft slip yoke boot and clamp.
Refer to: Front Driveshaft Slip Yoke Boot (205-01 Driveshaft, Removal and Installation).
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Remove and discard the front axle pinion stem circlip.
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Remove and discard the front axle pinion stem O-ring.
Installation
All vehicles
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NOTE:
Make sure that the mating faces are clean and free of foreign material.
Clean the debris or contamination of the splines, circlip groove and the surface near the O-ring groove.
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NOTE:
Make sure that a new component is installed.
NOTE:
Make sure that the O-ring is seated correctly.
Install a new front axle pinion stem O-ring.
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NOTICE:
The circlip must be side-loaded on to the front axle pinion stem to prevent deformation of the circlip.
NOTE:
Make sure that a new component is installed.
NOTE:
Make sure that the circlip is seated correctly.
Install the new front axle pinion stem circlip.
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NOTICE:
Do not over-lubricate the driveshaft components.
Using excessive grease may damage the driveshaft components.
Lubricate the front driveshaft plug-on yoke splines with grease.
Material: Slip Yoke Grease
/ 5L3Z-19A506-A
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Install the front driveshaft slip yoke boot.
Refer to: Front Driveshaft Slip Yoke Boot (205-01 Driveshaft, Removal and Installation).
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Install the front driveshaft to the front axle pinion stem.
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NOTICE:
Do not over-lubricate the driveshaft components.
Using excessive grease may damage the driveshaft components.
Lubricate the transfer case inner splines with grease.
Material: Motorcraft® High Temperature 4x4 Front Axle and Wheel Bearing Grease
/ XG-11
(WSS-M1C267-A1)
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NOTE:
This step requires the aid of another technician.
Connect the transfer case to the transmission bell housing.
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Install the transfer case to transmission bell housing bolts.
Torque:
168 lb.in (19 Nm)
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Install the transfer case to transmission bell housing bolts.
Torque:
168 lb.in (19 Nm)
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Install the transmission support crossmember.
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Connect transfer case motor assembly electrical connector and position the wiring harness properly.
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Attach the transfer case vent hose.
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Unstrap and lower the transmission jack.
Use the General Equipment: Transmission Jack
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Ensure the electrical wiring harness is properly
routed near U-joint and not contacting to driveshaft at any point.
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Ensure the driveshaft boot is seated to the transfer case slinger.
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NOTICE:
Do not over articulate the driveshaft or damage may occur.
NOTE:
Do not force the flex coupling bushing on the transfer case output shaft or damage will occur.
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Align the index-mark on driveshaft flex coupling to the transfer case flange.
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Install the new driveshaft flex coupling to transfer case flange bolts.
Torque:
81 lb.ft (110 Nm)
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NOTICE:
Ensure that the transfer case heatshield does not contact the driveshaft flex coupling.
Install the transfer case heat shield and the bolts.
Torque:
21 lb.ft (28 Nm)
All vehicles
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NOTE:
Maintain the suitable possible distance between components.
Ensure the distance between the edge of plug-on yoke and the front axle pinion nut.
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Install the front exhaust heat shield and the nut, bolts.
Torque:
89 lb.in (10 Nm)
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Install Catalytic Converter RH.
Refer to: Catalytic Converter RH - Plug-In Hybrid Electric Vehicle (PHEV) (309-00B Exhaust System - 3.0L EcoBoost – Hybrid (BQ), Removal and Installation).
Refer to: Catalytic Converter RH - Plug-In Hybrid Electric Vehicle (PHEV) (309-00B Exhaust System - 3.0L EcoBoost – Hybrid (BQ), Removal and Installation).
3.0L EcoBoost - Hybrid
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Install the transmission fluid cooler.
Refer to: Transmission Fluid Cooler (307-02B Transmission Cooling - 10-Speed Automatic Transmission – 10R80 MHT, Removal and Installation).
All vehicles
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Fill the transfer case Fluid.
Refer to: Transmission Fluid Cooler - Backflushing and Cleaning (307-02B Transmission Cooling - 10-Speed Automatic Transmission – 10R80 MHT, General Procedures).
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Connect battery terminals.
Refer to: Battery Disconnect and Connect (414-01 Battery, Mounting and Cables, General Procedures).
Removal
NOTE:
The maximum articulation of the flex coupling is 4 degrees.
The maximum articulation of any U-joint is 25 degrees. The maximum
articulation of the center CV-joint is 20 degrees...
Special Tool(s) /
General Equipment
Crimping Tool
Removal
Remove the transfer case.
Remove and discard the boot clamp...
Other information:
Removal
NOTICE:
During the removal of components, cap, tape or otherwise
appropriately protect all openings to prevent the ingress of dirt or
other contamination. Remove protective materials prior to installation.
NOTE:
Removal steps in this procedure may contain installation details...
Special Tool(s) /
General Equipment
100-001
(T50T-100-A)
Slide Hammer
100-002
(TOOL-4201-C)
Holding Fixture with Dial Indicator Gauge
205-1018Installation Tube
307-003
(T57L-500-B)
Holding Fixture, Transmission
307-091Handle, Torque ConverterTKIT-2009TC-F
307-309Remover, Torque Converter SealTKIT-1994-FMH/FLMHTKIT-1994-LMH/MHTKIT-1994-FH
307-346
(T97T-7902-A)
Retainer, Torque ConverterTKIT-1998-LM (NavigatoR)TKIT-1997-F/FLM/LT
307-549Installer, Shift Shaft Fluid SealTKIT-2005D1-F1
307-5842-6 Spring CompressorTKIT-2006UF-FLMTKIT-2006UF-ROW
307-589Overdrive clutch and balance piston service setTKIT-2006UF-FLMTKIT-2006UF-ROW
307-651Bracket, Pump Remover/Installer
307-651-02Lift fixture adapter for 307-651
307-661Gauge, End PlayTKIT-2009C-FTKIT-2009C-ROW
307-661-01Spacers/Plate, Clearance Gage
307-662Gauge, Clutch Pack EndplayTKIT-2009C-FTKIT-2009C-ROW
307-691Tester, Torque Convertor Leak
307-732Tool Kit, Torque Converter Flusher
307-732-02Adapter for 307-732 Converter flushing Mandrel
307-736Installer, Pump Drive Gear Bearing
307-737Press Tool, Oil Pump Drive Idler Gear
307-741Spring Compressor, F Clutch
307-743Remover, Pump Drive Gear
307-746Remover, Transmission Wiring Harness Connector
307-780Converter Seal installer
307-782Installer, Output Shaft Seal
307-783Installer, Roll Pin
307-784One way clutch alignment tool
307-785Clutch spring compressor
307-786F7 Seal Installer/Sizer Input Shaft
307-787F8 Seal Installer/Sizer Input Shaft
307-790Endplay Check Gauge
307-796F2 Seal Guide, Installer & Sizer
307-797Installer, Alignment Studs (3) & Alignment Pin (All 10R)
307-803F1 Seal Guide, Installer & Sizer
307-804F9 Seal Guide, Installer & Sizer
Rubber Mallet
Hydraulic Press
Punch
Wooden Block
Magnet
Materials
Name
Specification
Motorcraft® MERCON® ULV Automatic Transmission FluidXT-12-QULV
WSS-M2C949-A, MERCON® ULV
All vehicles
Transmission overhaul includes the following:
Complete disassembly of the transmission
Cleaning and inspecting of all components
Replacement of all seals, gaskets, and one time use components...