Ford Ecosport: Driveline / Front Drive Halfshafts
Special Tool(s) /
General Equipment
205-153
(T80T-4000-W)
Handle
205-990Installer, Axle SealTKIT-2012A-FLTKIT-2012A-ROW
Removal
NOTE:
Removal steps in this procedure may contain installation details...
Inspection and Verification
NOTE:
New front wheel drive halfshafts should not be installed
unless disassembly and inspection reveals unusual wear of parts that are
not available on repair kits...
Other information:
Preliminary Inspection
Road test the vehicle.
If any suspension alignment or ride height concerns are present, REFER to Symptom Chart: Suspension System.
Verify the customer concern by carrying out a road test
on a smooth road...
Removal
WARNING:
The following procedure prescribes critical repair steps
required for correct restraint system operation during a crash. Follow
all notes and steps carefully. Failure to follow step instructions may
result in incorrect operation of the restraint system and increases the
risk of serious personal injury or death in a crash...