How to Remove and Replace the Rear Drive Shaft for the 4.0L SOHC on 2009 Ford Explorer?

Replace the rear driveshaft with vehicle in neutral on a hoist. Align index marks before separation; after removal mark the output shaft and flange to maintain balance. If new pinion bolts are unavailable and originals undamaged, reuse with threadlock and sealer. Pry in the designated area-no hammering. Tighten bolts crosswise.

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2009 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 2009 Ford Explorer Submodels:
- Eddie Bauer, Limited, XLT | 8 Cyl 4.6 L GAS
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2009 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 2009 Ford Explorer Submodels:
- Eddie Bauer, Limited, XLS, XLT | 6 Cyl 4.0 L GAS, 8 Cyl 4.6 L GAS
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2009 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 2009 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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2009 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.
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Fits the following 2009 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

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2009 Ford Explorer Drive Shaft Parts Q&A

Q: How to Remove and Replace the Rear Drive Shaft for the 4.0L SOHC on 2009 Ford Explorer?
A: Replace the rear driveshaft with vehicle in neutral on a hoist. Align index marks before separation; after removal mark the output shaft and flange to maintain balance. If new pinion bolts are unavailable and originals undamaged, reuse with threadlock and sealer. Pry in the designated area-no hammering. Tighten bolts crosswise.