How to Service and Repair the Rear Drive Shaft of a 4x2 on 2006 Ford Explorer?

Begin servicing the 4x2 vehicle rear driveshaft by hoisting the vehicle with transmission in neutral mode. You should check that extension housing index marks sync with driveshaft index marks before making separation. After drive shaft removal apply an index on transmission output shaft which needs to match the mark on extension housing. The maintenance of drive system balance requires marking the driveshaft flange with the pinion flange. Obtain the four driveshaft flange bolts then replace them with new ones and tighten them to 112 Nm (83 ft. lbs.). When detaching the driveshaft flange yoke from the pinion flange pilot use a suitable tool instead of hammering to gently pry from the designated area. A proper installation of the driveshaft flange on the pinion flange requires adjustable bolt torque while using a star pattern sequencing method. Post-thread coating of original bolts with threadlock and sealer allows their reuse as long as the installation follows the reverse steps of removal.

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2006 Ford Explorer Drive Shaft
Part Number: 7L2Z-4602-A
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Product Specifications
- Other Name: Shaft Assembly - Drive; Driveshaft
- Replaces: 6L2Z-4602-CA
- Base No.: 4602
- Item Weight: 28.40 Pounds
- Item Dimensions: 48.0 x 9.7 x 6.2 inches
- Condition: New
- Fitment Type: Direct Replacement
- SKU: 7L2Z-4602-A
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Ford's factory warranty.
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Fits the following 2006 Ford Explorer Submodels:
- Eddie Bauer, Limited, XLT | 8 Cyl 4.6 L GAS
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2006 Ford Explorer Drive Shaft, Front
Part Number: 1L2Z-4A376-AA
Product Specifications
- Other Name: Shaft Assembly - Drive; Drive Shaft, Front; Driveshaft; Drive Shaft Assembly
- Position: Front
- Replaces: 1L2Z-4A376-AB
- Base No.: 4A376
- Item Weight: 12.80 Pounds
- Item Dimensions: 4.9 x 4.9 x 34.3 inches
- Condition: New
- Fitment Type: Direct Replacement
- SKU: 1L2Z-4A376-AA
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Ford's factory warranty.
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Fits the following 2006 Ford Explorer Submodels:
- Eddie Bauer, Limited, NBX, Postal, XLS, XLS Sport, XLT, XLT Sport | 6 Cyl 4.0 L FLEX, 6 Cyl 4.0 L GAS, 8 Cyl 4.6 L GAS
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2006 Ford Explorer Drive Shaft
Part Number: 6L2Z-4A376-A
Product Specifications
- Other Name: Shaft Assembly - Drive; Driveshaft
- Replaces: 6L2Z-4A376-AA
- Base No.: 4A376
- Item Weight: 15.50 Pounds
- Item Dimensions: 6.1 x 6.0 x 39.6 inches
- Condition: New
- Fitment Type: Direct Replacement
- SKU: 6L2Z-4A376-A
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Ford's factory warranty.
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Fits the following 2006 Ford Explorer Submodels:
- Eddie Bauer, Limited, XLS, XLT | 6 Cyl 4.0 L GAS, 8 Cyl 4.6 L GAS
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2006 Ford Explorer Drive Shaft, Front
Part Number: 6L2Z-4A376-B
Product Specifications
- Other Name: Shaft Assembly - Drive; Drive Shaft, Front; Driveshaft; Drive Shaft Assembly
- Position: Front
- Base No.: 4A376
- Item Weight: 13.70 Pounds
- Item Dimensions: 4.9 x 5.1 x 33.6 inches
- Condition: New
- Fitment Type: Direct Replacement
- SKU: 6L2Z-4A376-B
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Ford's factory warranty.
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Fits the following 2006 Ford Explorer Submodels:
- Eddie Bauer, Limited, XLS, XLT | 6 Cyl 4.0 L GAS, 8 Cyl 4.6 L GAS
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2006 Ford Explorer Drive Shaft
Part Number: 6L2Z-4602-A
Product Specifications
- Other Name: Shaft Assembly - Drive; Driveshaft
- Replaces: 4L2Z-4602-A, 4C5Z-4602-BA
- Base No.: 4602
- Item Weight: 29.40 Pounds
- Item Dimensions: 6.4 x 6.2 x 57.9 inches
- Condition: New
- Fitment Type: Direct Replacement
- SKU: 6L2Z-4602-A
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Ford's factory warranty.
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Fits the following 2006 Ford Explorer Submodels:
- Eddie Bauer, Limited, NBX, Postal, XLS, XLS Sport, XLT, XLT Sport | 6 Cyl 4.0 L FLEX, 6 Cyl 4.0 L GAS, 8 Cyl 4.6 L GAS
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2006 Ford Explorer Drive Shaft
Part Number: 7L2Z-4602-B
Product Specifications
- Other Name: Shaft Assembly - Drive; Driveshaft
- Replaces: 1L2Z-4602-FA, 4L2Z-4602-BA
- Base No.: 4602
- Item Weight: 28.10 Pounds
- Item Dimensions: 29.2 x 6.4 x 13.2 inches
- Condition: New
- Fitment Type: Direct Replacement
- SKU: 7L2Z-4602-B
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Ford's factory warranty.
More Info
Fits the following 2006 Ford Explorer Submodels:
- Eddie Bauer, Limited, NBX, Postal, XLS, XLS Sport, XLT, XLT Sport | 6 Cyl 4.0 L FLEX, 6 Cyl 4.0 L GAS

2006 Ford Explorer Drive Shaft

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2006 Ford Explorer Drive Shaft Parts Questions & Experts Answers

Q: How to Service and Repair the Rear Drive Shaft of a 4x2 on 2006 Ford Explorer?
A: Begin servicing the 4x2 vehicle rear driveshaft by hoisting the vehicle with transmission in neutral mode. You should check that extension housing index marks sync with driveshaft index marks before making separation. After drive shaft removal apply an index on transmission output shaft which needs to match the mark on extension housing. The maintenance of drive system balance requires marking the driveshaft flange with the pinion flange. Obtain the four driveshaft flange bolts then replace them with new ones and tighten them to 112 Nm (83 ft. lbs.). When detaching the driveshaft flange yoke from the pinion flange pilot use a suitable tool instead of hammering to gently pry from the designated area. A proper installation of the driveshaft flange on the pinion flange requires adjustable bolt torque while using a star pattern sequencing method. Post-thread coating of original bolts with threadlock and sealer allows their reuse as long as the installation follows the reverse steps of removal.