F-250 Super Duty | 2011-2024 | King Ranch, Lariat, Limited, Platinum, XL, XLT | 8 Cyl 6.2 L FLEX, 8 Cyl 6.7 L DIESEL, 8 Cyl 6.8 L FLEX, 8 Cyl 6.8 L GAS, 8 Cyl 7.3 L GAS
F-350 Super Duty | 2011-2024 | King Ranch, Lariat, Limited, Platinum, XL, XLT | 8 Cyl 6.2 L FLEX, 8 Cyl 6.7 L DIESEL, 8 Cyl 6.8 L GAS, 8 Cyl 7.3 L GAS
Other Name: Shaft - Intermediate; CV Joint, Front Left Inner; Inner CV Joint; Inner Joint Assembly; CV Joint
Position: Front Inner Driver Side
Replaces: 7L1Z-3B414-A
Fits the following Ford Models:
Expedition | 2007-2017 | Eddie Bauer, EL Eddie Bauer, EL King Ranch, EL Limited, EL Platinum, EL SSV, EL XL, EL XLT, Funkmaster Flex Edition, King Ranch, Limited, Platinum, SSV, XL, XLT | 6 Cyl 3.5 L GAS, 8 Cyl 5.4 L FLEX, 8 Cyl 5.4 L GAS
F-150 | 2009-2020 | FX2, FX4, Harley-Davidson Edition, King Ranch, Lariat, Lariat Limited, Limited, Platinum, Police Responder, SSV, STX, SVT Raptor, XL, XLT | 6 Cyl 2.7 L GAS, 6 Cyl 3.0 L DIESEL, 6 Cyl 3.3 L FLEX, 6 Cyl 3.5 L FLEX, 6 Cyl 3.5 L GAS, 6 Cyl 3.7 L CNG, 6 Cyl 3.7 L FLEX, 6 Cyl 3.7 L LPG, 8 Cyl 4.6 L GAS, 8 Cyl 5.0 L FLEX, 8 Cyl 5.4 L FLEX, 8 Cyl 6.2 L GAS
Q: How to remove and replace the axle shaft assembly on Ford Explorer?
A: Prior to axle shaft assembly removal or installation the vehicle must be placed in NEUTRAL gear position on a hoist for stability. After removing the wheel and tire you should disassemble the halfshaft nut but keep its torque at 275 Nm (203 lb-ft) when reinstalling it. The Front Wheel Hub Remover should be used instead of a hammer to separate the rear axle halfshaft assembly from the hub because this prevents damage to threads along with internal Constant Velocity (CV) joint components. When reinstalling the brake cable retainer screw you should tighten it to 20 Nm (177 lb-in). To install the new toe link nut properly, remove the outboard component and back the bolt so it can receive clearance then torque the replacement bolt to 350 Nm (259 lb-ft) when vehicle sits at curb height. Replace the discarded outboard lower arm bolt by torquing the new one to 275 Nm (203 lb-ft). The bolt arrangement in the wheel knuckle needs to be discarded followed by application of 275 Nm (203 lb-ft) torque to these new bolts. Before turning the wheel knuckle assembly aim it upward against the outboard bolt of the upper arm while loosening the upper arm bolt to stop bushing damage. Then apply torque of 275 Nm (203 lb-ft) to the bolt at the height of curb ride. You can remove the halfshaft assembly through the usage of Halfshaft Remover combined with Handle to disconnect the inboard CV joint housing from the differential side gear. Lower the vehicle only after tightening the wheel hub nut to its specified torque so wheel bearing damage is avoided; brake application should stop the halfshaft from rotating while you insert the halfshaft into position then tighten the wheel hub nut to 350 Nm (258 lb-ft) torque before discarding it for replacement. Replace the wheel hub nut with a new one and apply torque to 350 Nm (258 lb-ft) during its first 5 minutes on the threads because the nut features a single-use locking chemical that requires heat activation. The differential stub shaft seal requirement for replacement happens when removing the halfshaft during maintenance. Proper seat alignment of the halfshaft in the differential side gear until an audible click sound helps prevent leakage. Complete the operation by applying the brake to stop halfshaft rotation and use the reverse removal steps while installing.
Q: How to service and repair the 7.5 Inch Ring Gear axle shaft on Ford Mustang?
A: After supporting the vehicle you must start by removing the wheels and tires before taking out the brake disc from the rear of the Ford 7.5 Inch Ring Gear axle shaft. The lubricant draining process commences when you remove the differential housing cover followed by differential pinion shaft lock bolt extraction until you remove the differential pinion shaft. Use careful handling of the rubber O-ring inside the axle shaft groove when taking out the U-washers. Moving the axle shafts toward the center will help with this process. Sever the rear brake anti-lock sensor before removing the axle shaft in a damage-conscious manner. Install the wheel bearing oil seal by applying Premium Long-Life Grease XG-1-C or an equivalent that meets Ford specification ESA-M1C75-B but avoid damaging the lip of the seal. Insert the two axle shafts through the axle shaft groove after positioning both U-washers on their button ends against the outward shaft motion. You can use Threadlock and Sealer EOAZ-19554-AA or an equivalent product with WSK-M2G351-A5 Ford specification to protect the new pinion shaft lock bolt threads when the differential pinion shaft needs installation. Position the shaft hole next to the case lock bolt hole then put in a new lock bolt. The installation process ends with replacement of the differential housing cover followed by filling the rear axle with proper lubricating agent and finally reassembling the rear brake anti-lock sensor alongside rear brakes and tires before reducing the vehicle height.
Q: How to service and repair the 8.8 Inch Ring Gear axle shaft on Ford Ranger?
A: The process to repair a Ford 8.8 Inch Ring Gear axle shaft begins with supporting the vehicle then disassembling both the wheel and tire followed by the brake drum. You need to begin by draining the differential lubricant while removing the differential pinion shaft through discarding the bolt and shaft extraction. Take care to protect the rubber O-ring when extracting U-washer from the U-washer groove through axle shaft inboard movement. You should extract the axle shaft in a manner that preserves integrity of the wheel bearing oil seal. The wheel bearing oil seal needs grease lubrication before installing the axle shaft while the seal must remain completely intact. The U-washer installation involves placing the washer on the axle shaft button end before using it to pull the shaft toward the exterior. Bolt replacement is necessary; otherwise coat the threads of the existing bolt with threadlock before positioning the differential pinion shaft by aligning its bolt hole to the case. First install a new bolt then add the brake drum followed by putting the differential housing cover with specified lubricant then finally attach the rear wheel with its tire and lower the vehicle.